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Origin and history

The Saint-Laurent church of Bermont, located in the Territory of Belfort in Burgundy-Franche-Comté, has an architectural history marked by two major periods. Its choir, built or rebuilt in the 13th century, is the oldest part of the building. The nave, on the other hand, dates from the 15th century, but it was in the middle of the 19th century that the monument underwent a profound transformation, deemed necessary by the four communes of the parish (Bermont, Botans, Dorans and Sevenans) because of its smallness.

The reconstruction project, entrusted to architect Charles Genty (based in Belfort), retains the most remarkable elements of the original building, including the medieval choir – reassigned as sacristy – and the base of the bell tower. Between 1865 and 1868, a new nave of five spans, side chapels, a square choir and a bell tower were erected. The decor, inspired by the neo-Roman style, harmonizes with the old choir. The stained glass windows, added in the 1930s, complement this eclectic architectural ensemble.

Classified as a Historical Monument by order of 13 June 1997, the church now belongs to the municipality of Bermont. Its inscription protects the building in its entirety (Cadastre ZB 45), highlighting its heritage value. The location of the church at 10 Grande Rue reflects its anchoring in the historic urban fabric of Bermont, although the cartographic accuracy remains limited (level 5/10 depending on the sources).

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