Église Saint-Lambert

A little history: In the Middle Ages, the church was the property of the abbot of Laval-Dieu, and this right of patronage dates back to 1199. During the war between Charles V and Francis I, Hargnies was defended only by the massive tower of its church: on June 15, 1558, the governor of Charlemont was ordered to place a small garrison there. During the 1635 war between France and Spain, Hargnies church resumed its role as a fortress, and in 1640, a detachment of French troops engaged in the siege of Charlemont set fire to it. As a result, and in view of its characteristics, Saint-Lambert church would have been rebuilt in the mid-17th century, but the interior would have been taken over in the 19th century. Good to know: For safety reasons, the church is not open to the public on a permanent basis, but it is accessible on request. Whether you are a group or a family, simply contact the Town Hall Secretary on 03 24 41 61 17, who will arrange a guided tour with a member of the Hargnies Heritage Association. (Please book 24 / 48 hours in advance). The average tour lasts one hour and is free of charge.