Clocher de l'Eglise Saint Gervais - Ayron, Nouvelle Aquitaine, France - Bell Towers on Waymarking.com

[FR] "L'église Saint-Gervais-et-Saint Protais, dont les origines remontent au Ve siècle ou VIe siècle, a sans doute été victime des guerres qui ont dévasté le Poitou jusqu’au XVIe siècle. Elle doit sa physionomie actuelle à une première restauration de 1604 et aux réfections de 1839 (allongement de la nef) et 1849 (nouveau clocher). Le chœur abrite un retable tabernacle classé du XVIIe siècle en bois polychrome de style baroque. Le corps central représente l’Ascension du Christ, les deux panneaux latéraux la Nativité et l’Adoration des mages. Ces scènes sont encadrées par les quatre évangélistes et surmontées d’anges aux ailes déployées."


Vous pourrez apercevoir de loin en arrivant le majestueux clocher qui se dresse sur cette église Saint Gervais. Ce clocher est particulier puisqu'il est composé de deux parties : une base carré surplombé d'une partie arrondie.




[EN] "The church of Saint-Gervais-et-Saint Protais, whose origins date back to the 5th century or 6th century, was undoubtedly the victim of the wars which devastated Poitou until the 16th century. It owes its present physiognomy to a first restoration of 1604 and repairs to 1839 (extension of the nave) and 1849 (new bell tower). The choir houses a tabernacle altarpiece classified from the 17th century in polychrome wood in baroque style. The central body represents the Ascension of Christ, both side panels of the Nativity and the Adoration of the Magi. These scenes are framed by the four evangelists and surmounted by angels with outstretched wings. "


You will be able to see from a distance when you arrive at the majestic bell tower which stands on this Saint Gervais church. This bell tower is particular since it is composed of two parts: a square base overhung by a rounded part.



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Address of Tower: 4 Rue du Lavoir Ayron, Nouvelle Aquitaine France 86190 Still Operational: yes Rate tower: Tours or visits allowed in tower?: Unknown Number of bells in tower?: Not Listed Relevant website?: Not listed

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