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Church Saint Thomas-Becket

Avrieux
Baroque church of Saint Thomas Becket in Avrieux - Mairie Avrieux
  • © Baroque church of St Thomas Becket in Avrieux - Mairie d'Avrieux

A heritage guide will open the magnificent baroque church of Saint Thomas-Becket, one of the most beautiful testimonies of baroque art in our mountain valleys, in each of our churches decorated with gold, light and color.

Description

This unique art was sculpted and decorated by Piedmontese and local artists over several decades.
Proper attire is required to enter the building.

Environments

  • Village center

Rates

Free access. Guided tours for a fee.

Opening period

From 01/01 to 31/12 daily.
Closed exceptionally on January 1st, Easter Monday, Feast of the Ascension, May 1st, November 1st and December 25th.
During the season, the building is open for weekly guided tours. The rest of the time, on request, depending on the guide's availability.

Spoken languages

  • English
  • French
  • Italian

Location

50 m from the town hall/school/multipurpose hall car park.

Animals

Pets allowed : No

Church Saint Thomas-Becket
  • Baroque
Rue de l'Eglise 73500 Avrieux
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