In the 10th century, Foulques Nerra fortified a hill called Caramentum (Chérament).
In the 13th century, Parochia santus Nicholai de Motes” or “de Montoux” is mentioned in the cartulary of the Archbishopric of Tours. The name of the commune seemed to distinguish itself little by little as time passed. In the 17th and 18th centuries, Saint Nicolas des Monteux made his appearance.
The church was built in the 16th century but it seems that a building founded in the 12th century was present before it.
The church has two distinct roofs, which can be seen by the difference in height of the roofs. One protects the nave and the other the choir with a flat chevet and the whole is connected by an arcade, visible inside the building.
Inside, you can discover a collection of remarkable frescoes, from the 16th century, to the glory of Saint Eloi and Saint André. The adoration of the Magi dates from the 17th century. A statue of Saint Mamert de Bretagne from the 18th century in polychrome wood.
The church has been classified as a Historic Monument since 1966.
If you look up, you may be able to see a flock of birds because behind the thick hedge on your right is the Reverdière pond, a place of transit for many migratory birds.
This beautiful restored house was a 16th century farm.
Saint-Nicolas-des-Motets Town Hall
8 rue de Touraine, 37110 Saint-Nicolas-des-Motets
02 47 29 65 20
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Esplanade des Droits de l’Homme
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