St. Saturnin Church, Montesquieu-des-Albères

Name: St. Saturnin Church
Address: Montesquieu-des-Albères, France

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St. Saturnin Church, Montesquieu-des-Albères

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The church of Saint-Saturnin de Montesquieu-des-Albères is the parish church of Montesquieu-des-Albères in the Pyrénées-Orientales department. The church is located on the outskirts of the historic village, below the old castle of Montesquieu.

Alternative names: Architectural style: Romanesque architectureCoordinates: 42°31'13"N, 2°52'47"E

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St. Saturnin Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fort de Bellegarde, Saint-Génis-des-Fontaines Abbey, Puig Neulós, Priory of Santa Maria del Vilar.

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