Church of Saint Martin, Samer
Church of Saint Martin in Samer is protected as a Historical Monument. St. Martin of Samer, an ancient 12th century abbey-church (abbatial) is hidden behind the houses built against its facade. It is the only church in France that has kept this picturesque medieval architectural particularity. Within, the volumes of the church, today the parish church, and in the gothic style are to be admired.
About this building
The church was destroyed in the 16th century, abandon during the Revolution when, like many others, it becomes a stone quarry, and a warehouse. In spite of this agitated history, the church has kept some very beautiful evidence of its first years.
For more information about this building visit: https://openchurches.eu/en/churches/saint-martin-samer-ndf
