Moron Church, Saint-Vincent, Italy

The current structure of Chiesa Parrocchiale di Saint-Vincent, with a large circular apse, dates back to the 15th century, when important changes were made to a probable, pre-existing Romanesque building. For some time it conserved certain parish church prerogatives (festive functions and cemetery), even though it was never a parish church.The apse vault has a beautiful series of ribbed stone. Recent restoration removed the modern structures and decor, in an attempt to restore the church to its original appearance. In the past, on Easter Monday, the so-called “vineyard procession” took place, which in almost six hours passed through all the villages and chapels on the Saint-Vincent hillside.

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Manuel fracasso (2 years ago)
Magnificent church with period paintings and mini museum with sacred statues and findings. It was bombed and then renovated.

Cinzia Mattioli (2 years ago)
Beautiful church and a fervent priest with faith as per the parishioners!

Emilio Rebora (3 years ago)
A beautiful stone and masonry church dedicated to San Vincenzo with some display cases containing sacred objects and paintings on the walls. A visit can be interesting

Paolo Bossi (3 years ago)
Beautiful building that recalls the style of the area, with stone inserts. Lumi dares inside and the frescoes in the apse are interesting. Worth visiting if you are in Saint Vincent.

Maddalena C. (4 years ago)
Beautiful church, gorgeous frescoes and a wonderful organ! We really liked the fact that the mass is projected on a screen located outside for all those who have no place inside.

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