St. Martin's Church

Ahetze, France

St. Martin Church is located at a crossing point of the Way of St. James. Its construction started in the 16th century. It contains an 18th-century wooden statue of St. James in pilgrim clothing, an 18th-century statue of the Assumption of Mary, an 18th-century altarpiece and a 15th-century processional cross. The arms of this cross are garnished with small bells. During a witch trial in 1609, this cross was considered as a diabolical object by Councillor Pierre de Lancre.

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Address

Place Mattin Trecu 9, Ahetze, France

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Details

Founded: 16th century
Category: Religious sites in France

More Information

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Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Paul Gerard Rittershaus (3 years ago)
Saint Martin Church of Saint Jean-Baptist Parish of Arcangues

yves offredo (4 years ago)
Very pretty and maintained is worth the detour

olivier de nîmes (6 years ago)
Very beautiful Basque church with 3 balconies

la bici clásica Vintage Bikes (6 years ago)
Beautiful altarpiece.

Breizh Ibis (6 years ago)
Beautiful pte church white head with his cemetery pt at his feet, not easy access for people with reduced mobility. Church during my visit, closed, pity. Today Easter Monday, open but nobody except me. A simple interior, 3 heights of stands. Very few stained glass windows A beautiful altarpiece and beautiful paintings.

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