Saint-Georges Church, Compains

The building, probably built by Saint Antoninus in the 13th century, also had later additions: the nave and the staircase adjacent to the crossing date back to the 15th century. The church was renovated in the 19th century.

About this building

The church consists of a single nave with two bays, a transept, and a choir consisting of a straight bay and a polygonal five-sided apse. The crossing of the transept is covered with a dome.

Key Features

  • Interior features

Other nearby buildings

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