St. Martin Church's Bell Tower, Hilsenheim - Alsace / France
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Iris & Harry
N 48° 17.426 E 007° 34.034
32U E 393725 N 5349574
St. Martin Church's Bell Tower in a very good condition and famous sound.
Waymark Code: WMR5QF
Location: Grand-Est, France
Date Posted: 05/13/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member lumbricus
Views: 3

Little Village, nice Church, cool BellTower !!

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EN:

"A religious building that appears to exist in the 12th century (1135) is quoted several times during the Middle Ages, particularly in 1296, 1339, 1371, 1464, 1474. Under the patronage of Saint-Martin, it seems to have a priest since 1135. presumably outdated and inadequate, the old church was demolished in favor of a further building rebuilt probably in 1758 (historical work). During the fighting in December 1944, the Shrine was destroyed and burned by the bombing. It was not until 1954 that begin reconstruction work on the basis of the remaining masonry earlier. Under the direction of architect Paul Kieffer, they complete four years later in 1958. The parish cemetery originally located on the perimeter has been moved to the east of the village. The enclosure, he remains."
Still Operational: yes

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Tours or visits allowed in tower?: No

Address of Tower: Not listed

Number of bells in tower?: Not Listed

Relevant website?: Not listed

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