Origin and history

The church of Saint-Latuin du Gué-de-la-Chaîne is a religious monument located in the commune of Belforêt-en-Perche in Normandy. Although its existence is attested, the available sources do not specify its date of construction or the circumstances of its construction. Its name evokes a link to a historical ford, a common element in local toponyms.

In the Norman region, parish churches like Saint-Latuin played a central role in medieval and modern community life. They served as places of worship, assembly, and sometimes refuge. Local activities, often related to agriculture or handicrafts, were organized around these buildings, which also marked the social and religious landscape.