Guided tours of the church in Brive
This collegiate church is dedicated to Saint Martin, one of the city’s three patron saints. It was rebuilt in the twelfth century, in the shape of a Latin cross, above the remains of the fifth century
16 and 17 September 2023Passed
Conditions
Free. Free entrance.
©Ville de Brive
This collegiate church is dedicated to Saint Martin, one of the city’s three patron saints. It was rebuilt in the 12th century, in the shape of a Latin cross, above the remains of the 5th century. From this medieval period remain the transept, the octagonal dome on pendants, a part of the bedside as well as an exceptional set of capitals historied in the choir. The bell tower is of Limousin Romanesque Revival style and rises to a height of 60 metres. In the crypt are visible the remains of the previous basilica of the 5th century, updated in 1986 and 1987. Come and take part in a guided tour of the building.
