Initial construction XIIe siècle (≈ 1250)
Period of medieval foundation of the church.
2e quart du XIXe siècle
Major changes
Major changes 2e quart du XIXe siècle (≈ 1937)
Expansion or renovation work.
19 novembre 1990
Historical monument classification
Historical monument classification 19 novembre 1990 (≈ 1990)
Official registration by ministerial decree.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Saint-Pierre-Saint-Paul Church (Cad. AB 59): Registration by Order of 19 November 1990
Origin and history
Saint-Pierre-Saint-Paul Church is a Catholic religious building located in Rimaucourt, Haute-Marne department, in the Grand Est region. Built mainly in the 12th century, it underwent significant changes during the 2nd quarter of the 19th century. Its architecture thus reflects these two distinct periods, mixing medieval elements with more recent additions.
Classified as historical monuments by order of 19 November 1990, this church is a testimony of the local architectural and spiritual heritage. The stained glass, mentioned in the sources, is one of the remarkable elements of its interior. The building belongs to the municipality of Rimaucourt and remains an active place of worship, while being open to visit.
In the historical context of the Haute-Marne, parish churches like Saint-Pierre-Saint-Paul played a central role in community life. In the Middle Ages, they served as a gathering place for religious services, but also for social or administrative events. Their construction and maintenance often reflected the economic and demographic importance of the surrounding villages.
