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Origin and history

The Church of Saint Vincent of Ricey-Haut is a religious building located in the commune of Riceys, in the Aube department, in the Grand Est region. It has been classified as historic monuments since 1913, reflecting its heritage and architectural significance. Although its exact construction period is not specified in all sources, Monumentum indicates that it dates from the 16th century, making it a representative example of Renaissance religious architecture in Champagne.

The Riceys, a wine commune renowned for its Champagne wines, houses this church as a central part of its local heritage. The churches of that time served not only as a place of worship, but also as a gathering point for the community, playing a major social and cultural role. Their construction often reflected the economic prosperity of the region, linked in particular to viticulture, a dominant activity in the Dawn for centuries.

The building is now owned by the town of Riceys. Its classification in 1913 allowed to preserve its architectural characteristics, although the available sources do not detail its stylistic specificities or any subsequent modifications. The precise location of the church, at 1 Place de l'Eglise de Ricey Haut, makes it a visible landmark in the urban landscape of this emblematic village of Champagne.

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