Saint-Léger Church

Marsal, France

The construction of Saint-Léger Church in Marsal was started around 1005 and in 1222 it was moved as collegiate church. The German Romanesque style church has three naves, two towers and massive Westwerk (west-facing entrance). The interior is mainly from the 17th century.

Address

Rue des Quartiers 11, Marsal, France

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Details

Founded: 11th century
Category: Religious sites in France
Historical period: Birth of Capetian dynasty (France)

Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Alexandre Dvorsak (15 months ago)
Very beautiful places

Daniel Thiriet (3 years ago)
Age-old, thought-provoking setting

Jean Marc Klein (4 years ago)

Olivia Laurent (5 years ago)

Olivier R (6 years ago)
As we walk through the streets of this village classified as one of the most beautiful villages in Lorraine, we pass a stone's throw from this church whose side doors are wide open. Probably to remove some moisture. The ceiling is not remarkable, but the rest is worth seeing. The circumference of the pillars is amazing for a small church. If you go around the church and turn right, passing under the postern, you can visit the port of Marsal. And it is definitely worth the detour.

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