France
Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur
Provence
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Arles
Fontvieille
Saint-Pierre-ès-Liens Church of Fontvieille
France
Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur
Provence
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Arles
Fontvieille
Saint-Pierre-ès-Liens Church of Fontvieille
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 35 out of 36 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Parc naturel régional des Alpilles
Location: Fontvieille, Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France
The Église Saint-Pierre-ès-Liens is a Romanesque church in Fontvieille, built in the 12th century. It is a beautiful example of Romanesque architecture in Provence and an important part of the region's cultural heritage.
The church has a simple but impressive stone facade and is surrounded by a small square. Inside the church there is a variety of artwork, including a 16th-century wooden crucifix and a 17th-century statue of the Virgin Mary. The church also has an impressive organ that dates back to the 18th century and is still in use.
The church is a place of peace and reflection that gives visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the history and culture of Provence. It is a place that embodies the beauty and simplicity of Romanesque architecture and reminds us that the beauty of life is often found in the little things.
April 8, 2023
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