Église Saint-Julien

  • Historic site and monument
  • Religious heritage
  • Church
Elevation : 700m
Place du Village, 05700 Orpierre
Saint-Julien is the protector of Orpierre village parish.
In 1559, Dupuy Montbrun, governor of Orpierre and protestant leader, with the help of the Baron des Adrets, raised an army to fight against the Catholics.
The protestants destriyed the 10th century church one year later.
It was rebuilt in 1641 and restored on many occasions.
In 1828, the bell known as "Marie Sauverterre" was set in place by the inhabitants of the village.

Services

Services

Animals accepted

Openings

Openings

Tuesday
09:30 - 19:00

Wednesday
09:30 - 19:00

Thursday
09:30 - 19:00

Friday
09:30 - 19:00

Saturday
09:30 - 19:00

Location

Location

Église Saint-Julien
Elevation : 700m
Place du Village, 05700 Orpierre

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • English
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Mountain location
  • Close to a public transportation
  • Village centre
  • Close to GR footpath
Updated on 13 September 2023 at 11:11
by Office de Tourisme Sisteron Buëch
(Offer identifier : 327719)