Église Saint-André d'Esley

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The parish church is located in the commune of Esley in the Vosges department in the Grand Est region of France. It is dedicated to Saint Andrew, and was in the diocese of Saint-Dié, Dean of Escles.

History and description: The crypt of the 12th century, built under the church choir, is classified as historical monuments by order of 1 April 1910. It has preserved its ancient altars, including the central altar, a massif of masonry, decorated with rustic columns, a Martyrium (architecture), as well as polychrome statues of the Virgin and St Andrew.

Bibliography: Parish Archives of Esley (1835-1967)

Related articles: List of historical monuments of the Vosges

Religious Resources: Clochers de France Observatoire du Patrimoine Religiouse Architectural Resource: Merimée

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