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This church is Romanesque in style (12th or 13th century) and was renovated during the Gothic period. Thus, on one side of the nave, there are semicircular arches and on the other, pointed arches. The bell tower dates from the 18th century. The church has a massed plan. The chevet is flat. The sacristy is attached to the chevet. The square bell tower, topped with an octagonal dome, is located on the south facade. On one side of the nave, there are bays. The portal opens under the bell tower. It is decorated with an ogee arch and a coat of arms.

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The Chapitrel is the name given to the entrance gate. The period door is in the Renaissance style. This construction had several functions: It was reserved for catechumens who were not allowed to enter the church and served as a warehouse for farmers who sold at the market on Sunday mornings. The saddleback tower dates from 1545. It is 28 m high. It is square and has four levels. Each floor is separated by an external Roussard belt called a "larmier" which overhangs quite widely, preventing water from running off. At the top of the roof are two granite crosses, each topped with a copper weather vane representing a crowned dragon's head.

Neo-Romanesque church Elongated plan. Single nave. Flat chevet. Small building attached to the chevet. Higher and wider nave than the choir. Bell tower on the facade, topped with a polygonal spire and pierced by a semicircular portal with a trilobed decoration at the level of the tympanum. Semicircular bays. Apse pierced by an oculus.

The Church of Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul was built in the 12th century, at the initiative of the lords of Mieuxce. It is in the Romanesque style, and is a fine example of the religious architecture of this period in Orléanais. The church suffered damage during the Hundred Years' War and the French Revolution. It was restored in the 19th century. The Church of Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul is a church of modest size, but it is remarkable for its beauty and originality. The exterior of the church is characterized by its Romanesque bell tower, which is topped with an octagonal spire. The main portal is also remarkable, with its sculptures representing scenes from the life of Saint Peter and Saint Paul. The interior of the church is decorated with 12th century frescoes, which are among the oldest in Loiret. The choir is particularly rich, with its 17th century carved wooden altarpiece. The Church of Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul is a must-see for art and history lovers. It is a fine example of Romanesque architecture in Orléanais. The church is open to the public every day. Guided tours are organized on request. Here are some reasons why the Church of Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul is a very interesting visit: The church has a long and rich history, dating back to the 12th century. Its architecture: the church is a fine example of Romanesque architecture in Orléanais. Its frescoes: the 12th century frescoes are a testimony to the religious art of this period. Its altarpiece: the 17th century carved wooden altarpiece is a remarkable work of art. If you are passing through the Mieuxce region, do not hesitate to visit the Church of Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul. You will not be disappointed!

19th century Sainte-Madeleine Church, housing a painted panel (The Adoration of the Shepherds) from the 16th or 17th century classified as a Historic Monument

A first church was founded in 1070 by the Bishop of Le Mans, Guillaume de Passavant. The current building consists of a nave with two bays and an elongated choir narrower than the nave. The two aisles are unequal, the northern one being narrower than the southern one. A sacristy has been added to the east of the choir. The bell tower, almost square in plan, is located to the south of the choir, it is topped with a saddleback roof: it is the most authentic element of the whole, despite a very cemented coating. Three small bays with a pointed arch have been opened on the east side, two on the south side. The western facade, restored in the 19th century, has a semicircular portal resting on engaged columns with two Romanesque-style capitals. A tall semicircular window was opened late on the first level of the gable wall. The windows of the side façades are in pointed arches, their flamboyant network could date from the 16th century. The last bay of the choir is lit by a high semicircular window which dates, like the large façade window, from the 19th century. The interior of the church is covered with wooden barrel vaults whose decoration dates from the last century. The main altarpiece and the side altarpieces are of quality; the church has preserved its wooden pews. In 2002, the Sauvegarde de l’Art français granted a sum of €12,000 for the repair of the exterior plasterwork.