Villers-Saint-Paul - Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul

"Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul" is not mentioned in any written document before the 13th century. Most historians agree, that the church was built not earlier than in the first half of the 12th century. About a century later, the Romanesque transept and choir got demolished - and replaced by the large Gothic structure, seen here. The tower was erected within the 13th century.

The church was added to the list of "monuments historique" already in 1862, but the restoration process started end of the 19th century.

The church was added to the list of "monuments historique" already in 1862, but the restoration process started end of the 19th century. Of course a church like this needs perpetual care.

The state of the portal is the result of a very soft stone, used by the carvers in the 12th century and a very long neglect.

Most of the details, especially on the right side, are weathered away. This is from the left side. A large head with a tremendous hairdo, maybe a symbol for the sun. On the right a lion is squeezed in.