Heritage and History
This collection highlights the architectural and historical evolution of the Yonne department near Chablis. It features the Cistercian Pontigny Abbey, one of the primary daughters of Cîteaux, alongside medieval fortifications like the Porte de Ville in Noyers-sur-Serein. The list includes Romanesque and Gothic village churches, the Iron Age Tumulus du tertre, and historical estates such as Château d'Anstrude and Château de Ragny, offering a comprehensive look at the region's religious, military, and ancient heritage.
A Pontigny Abbey
Pontigny Abbey, the church of which in recent decades has also been the cathedral of the Mission de France, otherwise the Territorial…
Château d'Anstrude
An 18th-century castle located in Bierry-les-Belles-Fontaines, designated as a French Monument Historique.
Porte de Ville de Tonnerre
A medieval gateway in the fortified village of Noyers-sur-Serein, serving as one of the historic entrances to the town.
Église de Prehy
Also known as Sainte-Claire, this rural church is situated in the commune of Préhy within the Chablis wine region.
Église Saint-Pierre
A traditional parish church located in the village of Vignes.
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
A historic church located in Courgis, featuring architectural elements typical of the Yonne region.
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
The local parish church of Quenne, situated southeast of Auxerre.
Église Saint-Cyr et Sainte-Julitte
A historic place of worship in the village of Saint-Cyr-les-Colons.
Église Saint-Martin
A Catholic church in L'Isle-sur-Serein, reflecting the religious architecture of the Serein valley.
Église Saint-Pierre
The village church of Talcy, located in the Yonne department.
Église Saint-Sébastien
A church in La Chapelle-Vaupelteigne, a village historically significant for its proximity to the Serein river.
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
The parish church of Beine, located west of Chablis.
Chapelle Saint-Cloud
A small religious chapel located in Villeneuve-Saint-Salves.
Église Saint-Christophe
A historic church serving the commune of Nitry.
O Pontigny Abbey
Pontigny Abbey, the church of which in recent decades has also been the cathedral of the Mission de France, otherwise the Territorial…
Château Long-Depaquit
An 18th-century estate in Chablis, historically linked to the monks of Pontigny and currently part of a wine domaine.
Q Château de Ragny
A medieval fortress in Savigny-en-Terre-Plaine, with origins dating back to the 12th century.
Tumulus du tertre
An Iron Age burial mound located near Massangis, also known as the Tumulus de Tormancy.
Dolmen de Bleigny-le-Carreau
A megalithic site located in Bleigny-le-Carreau.
Monument aux Morts
A traditional war memorial located in Ligny-le-Châtel, honoring local citizens.
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