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The church Saint-Philbert de Saint-Philbert-du-Peuple is a religious monument located in the department of Maine-et-Loire, in the Pays de la Loire region. Its origins date back to the 12th century, with architectural elements added up to the 16th century, reflecting successive periods of construction and renovation. The north wall of the nave dates from the 4th quarter of the 11th century, while the west facade was erected in the first half of the 12th century. These ancient traces bear witness to its medieval anchor, although later changes marked its evolution.

In the 15th century, a sacristy (former chapel of Bremabert) was added to the southwest, followed in the 16th century by the construction of the choir and the northern chapel, called Etiau. The bell tower, for its part, dates from the eighteenth century, illustrating a continuous adaptation to liturgical and aesthetic needs. The 19th century was marked by major works: reconstruction of the vaults of the choir, the northern chapel and the nave between 1861 and 1868 by architect Joly-Leterme, then, after the collapse of the vault in 1882, its restoration in 1883 by architects Bibard and Goblot. These interventions reveal a desire for preservation despite structural hazards.

Classified as a Historical Monument since 1972, the church belongs to the commune and embodies both religious and architectural heritage. Its transformations, from Gothic additions to modern repairs, make it a witness to successive epochs. The southern chapel, built in 1836, and the 19th century works underline its central role in local life, between worship, collective memory and functional adaptations. The accuracy of its location (12 Place de l'Église) and its Insee code (49311) permanently anchor this monument in the Angevin territory.

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