St. Aignan's Church, Brinay, France

St. Aignan's Church is one of the most important sites of Romanesque art in France. Discover fully restored 12th century frescos depicting the life of Christ, and the only painted calendar representing the work of peasants in the Middle Ages.

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Mister Town (3 years ago)
a magnificent but little-known 12th century church with its sublime frescoes from the same period

Paul Pérucaud (5 years ago)
A must see if you pass through the region, an extraordinary charm. Magnificently restored 12th century paintings can be seen in this church. A very simple nave, a completely painted choir and no transept, the crazy charm of rural Romanesque churches shines through perfectly in this humble building so well decorated.

Nicoletta Spinelli (7 years ago)
Beautiful historic gem, well maintained, found open even at unusual times. Inside a wonderful cycle of medieval frescoes, very well preserved. Absolutely worth a little detour, a must see !!

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