Trinitarian steeple

A trinitarian steeple is a 3-point steeple typical of the province of Soule of Basque Country in France. The three points symbolize the Holy Trinity.[1]

The church of Gotein-Libarrenx

The steeple is generally located above the facade, which is flat. For that reason, it is sometimes called steeple-wall.

Villages with a trinitarian steeple building include the following:

Notes

  1. Philippe Veyrin, Les Basques, page 241 - Arthaud, 20 décembre 1975 ISBN 2-7003-0038-6
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