Located in the centre of Mesnil-Amelot, the Saint-Martin church is a remarkable example of late Flamboyant Gothic architecture, enhanced with Renaissance elements. Built between 1520 and 1550It offers a homogeneous and elegant silhouette, characterized by beautiful proportions and a sculptural finesse rare in the region.
Listed as a Historic Monument since 1911It remains one of the most precious heritage buildings in the territory, a spiritual, historical and architectural legacy.

A unique and harmonious architectural plan

The church consists of a nave with three aisles of identical width, ending in a choir surrounded by an ambulatory, a configuration that is both simple and majestic. The large arcades, the ribbed vault, and the capitals with Renaissance influences create a set of great visual purity.
The interior, carefully restored, particularly during the 20th century, highlights the natural light, the light stone and the vertical lines characteristic of flamboyant Gothic.

A restored and living heritage

After several renovation campaigns, including a major one in the 20th and 21st centuries, the Saint-Martin church has regained its splendor: consolidated structure, preserved furnishings, restored organ…
The venue occasionally opens its doors to the public, particularly during cultural events or Heritage Days, allowing visitors to discover or rediscover this architectural gem in the best conditions.

Not to be missed during your visit

⭐ Architectural details

The nave and its Renaissance columns
Keystones of the central bay
  • The Nave and its three ships : an impression of balance and symmetry rarely equaled in small rural churches.
  • The ribbed vaults : slender, refined, they bear witness to the know-how of the builders of the Gothic Renaissance.
  • The ambulatory : a flow of light around the choir, offering unique perspectives on the polygonal apse.

⭐ Remarkable furniture

Altarpiece from 1654
Statue of the Virgin and Child with the 12 seated apostles
  • The altarpiece of 1654, carefully restored.
  • The Gothic statue of the Virgin and Child, a testament to medieval devotion.
  • The small baroque organrestored, a precious musical element that still resonates during concerts or celebrations.

⭐ The exteriors

Gargoyle
Detail of the pinnacles of the buttresses
  • The facade and its understated elegance, representative of the Île-de-France style.
  • Views from Bosniar Streetoffering the most beautiful views of the apse and the overall silhouette of the building.
  • The interplay of shadows on the light-colored stone, particularly photogenic in the late afternoon.

Practical Info

  • 📍 Address: Rue de Claye / Rue du Bosnier, 77990 Le Mesnil-Amelot
  • 🕰️ Opening hours: every Sunday and primarily during cultural events or guided tours
  • 🚗 Access: parking nearby, ideal for a family visit or during a stay near CDG airport