Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Campan Historic Monument in Campan

The Saint-Jean-Baptiste church in Campan, located in the Hautes-Pyrénées department, is a remarkable historical monument.

History and Architecture

Built in the 16th century, it was partially rebuilt after a fire in 1694.
It has a single nave ending in a seven-sided chevet.
Its bell tower is the part of the building built from cut stone.
The nave is covered with a wooden vault with ribbed vaults, the arches of which are decorated with hanging keystones.
There are also remains of a cloister on two sides.

Remarkable elements

• The semicircular portal dates from 1562.
• An 18th-century Baroque altarpiece, the work of the Ferrère d'Asté brothers' school.
• Wall paneling and furniture dating from the 18th century.
• The church gallery, supported by four faux marble columns.