Origin and history

The church Saint-Martin de Villiers-sur-Yonne is a monument located in the commune of Villiers-sur-Yonne, in the region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Although its existence is attested, the available sources do not specify its construction period or its detailed history. This type of religious building, often central in villages, served as a place of worship, community gathering and architectural landmark for local inhabitants.

In the countryside of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, parish churches like Saint Martin played a major social and spiritual role. They were generally built or renovated over the centuries according to the needs of the population and available resources. These buildings also reflected the evolution of architectural styles and construction techniques of their time.