Souday

Founded in the 9th century, the church and crypt were rebuilt in the 11th and 12th centuries. Part of the northern wall of the nave seems to date back to the foundation of the church. The chancel was erected in the 16th century.

(left) The Annunciation and the Visitation: a 12th-century mural painting now concealed by the modern panelled vault.

(right) Altar made from the front panel of a 16th-century chest of gilt wood.

The crypt:

(right) Saint Joseph holding a lily (16th century)