Martin M. Miles' photos with the keyword: Villemaur-sur-Vanne

Today only about 500 people live in Villemaur-sur-Vanne, now part of Aix-Villemaur-Pâlis. But in the 13th century, Villemaur-sur-Vanne was an important, fortified town. Four annual fairs were held here. At that time the collegiate church was erected. After a fire in 1446, the nave was rebuilt at the beginning of the 16th century and completed around 1540. The unique bell tower (33 meters high), covered with chestnut shingles, dates from the 16th century. The church is known for the complete rood screen, carved in 1521. It is believed to be one of the most important surviving wooden cross screens in France. But as the church was under renovation, it was locked.

Today only about 500 people live in Villemaur-sur-Vanne, now part of Aix-Villemaur-Pâlis. But in the 13th century, Villemaur-sur-Vanne was an important, fortified town. Four annual fairs were held here. At that time the collegiate church was erected. After a fire in 1446, the nave was rebuilt at the beginning of the 16th century and completed around 1540. The unique bell tower (33 meters high), covered with chestnut shingles, dates from the 16th century. The church is known for the complete rood screen, carved in 1521. It is believed to be one of the most important surviving wooden cross screens in France. But as the church was under renovation, it was locked.