Église Saint-Aubin - Retheuil, France
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N 49° 19.333 E 003° 00.717
31U E 500868 N 5463276
[EN] Building built from the 11th to 12th. The choir, the nave and the north aisle were redone at the beginning of the 16th. [FR] Edifice construit du 11e au 12e siècle. Le choeur, la nef et le bas-côté nord sont refaits au début du 16e siècle.
Waymark Code: WM19KYP
Location: Hauts-de-France, France
Date Posted: 03/16/2024
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member rjmcdonough1
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"The church of Retheuil, located in the Aisne department in France, is an emblematic monument of the region. Its history goes back several centuries, testifying to the importance of religion and religious architecture in the lives of the inhabitants of the town.

The origin of the church of Retheuil dates back to the Middle Ages, more precisely to the 11th century. At that time, building churches was a symbol of power and prestige for local lords. The church of Retheuil was built by the lords of the region to assert their authority and piety.

Over the centuries, the church has undergone several transformations and enlargements. In the 12th century, part of the building was rebuilt in the Gothic style, with the addition of ribbed vaults and stained glass windows. These modifications gave the church a more elegant and majestic appearance, typical of Gothic architecture.

Over the following centuries, the church of Retheuil witnessed numerous historical events. During the French Revolution, it was looted and damaged, like many other religious buildings across the country. However, it was restored in the 19th century, thus preserving its architecture and heritage.

The church of Retheuil is distinguished by its imposing facade, decorated with sculptures and architectural details. Its bell tower, which rises proudly into the sky, is a visual landmark for residents of the town and visitors. Inside, you can admire magnificent stained glass windows, frescoes and statues, testifying to the talent of the artists who contributed to the decoration of the church over the centuries.

Today, the church of Retheuil is an active place of worship, where the faithful gather to celebrate mass and participate in other religious ceremonies. It is also open to visitors who wish to discover its history and remarkable architecture."

Sources : The Church

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"L'église de Retheuil, située dans le département de l'Aisne en France, est un monument emblématique de la région. Son histoire remonte à plusieurs siècles, témoignant de l'importance de la religion et de l'architecture religieuse dans la vie des habitants de la commune.

L'origine de l'église de Retheuil remonte au Moyen Âge, plus précisément au XIe siècle. À cette époque, la construction d'églises était un symbole de pouvoir et de prestige pour les seigneurs locaux. L'église de Retheuil a été érigée par les seigneurs de la région pour affirmer leur autorité et leur piété.

Au fil des siècles, l'église a subi plusieurs transformations et agrandissements. Au XIIe siècle, une partie de l'édifice a été reconstruite dans le style gothique, avec l'ajout de voûtes d'ogives et de vitraux. Ces modifications ont donné à l'église une allure plus élégante et majestueuse, typique de l'architecture gothique.

Au cours des siècles suivants, l'église de Retheuil a été le témoin de nombreux événements historiques. Pendant la Révolution française, elle a été pillée et endommagée, comme de nombreux autres édifices religieux à travers le pays. Cependant, elle a été restaurée au XIXe siècle, permettant ainsi de préserver son architecture et son patrimoine.

L'église de Retheuil se distingue par sa façade imposante, ornée de sculptures et de détails architecturaux. Son clocher, qui s'élève fièrement dans le ciel, est un repère visuel pour les habitants de la commune et les visiteurs. À l'intérieur, on peut admirer de magnifiques vitraux, des fresques et des statues, témoignant du talent des artistes qui ont contribué à la décoration de l'église au fil des siècles.

Aujourd'hui, l'église de Retheuil est un lieu de culte actif, où les fidèles se réunissent pour célébrer la messe et participer à d'autres cérémonies religieuses. Elle est également ouverte aux visiteurs qui souhaitent découvrir son histoire et son architecture remarquable. "

Sources : L'Eglise

Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1099

Age of Church building determined by?: Church website

If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Catholic

If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Saturday

Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 6:30 PM

Street address of Church:
Rue de l'Église
Retheuil, Aisne France
02600


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If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed

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