Saint Martin Church
Saint-Martin-des-Plains
Originally a castle chapel, this Romanesque church, linked to the former castle by a vaulted passageway, appears to have been built in the late 11th or early 12th century. Major restoration work was completed in 2023.
Comprising a blind nave, it was enlarged and doubled, probably at the end of the 12th century, with the addition of two bays forming a Romanesque choir and forechoir.
Geometric and floral decorations in the choir. Alignment of saints in the nave.
The church features a fine octagonal baptismal font(…)
Spoken languages
Opening hours
All year round daily.
Prices and payment methods
- Free entry.
Comfort, facilities and services
- Car park
- Free car park
- Parking nearby
- Unguided group tours available permanently
- Unguided individual tours available permanently
Location
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Updated on 13 May 2026 by Auvergne Pays d’Issoire