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Basilica of Saint-Pierre-aux-Nonnains
General information
Town or city	Metz
Country	France

The basilica of Saint-Pierre-aux-Nonnains in Metz, France, is one of the oldest churches in Europe. The building began life in the 4th century when Metz was an important Gallo-Roman city. ^[1]

History

The building belonged to one of several thermae (public baths complexes) which existed in Metz in Roman times. ^[2] Some sources describe it as having been a gymnasium. In the 7th century, the structure was converted into a church, becoming the chapel of a Benedictine nunnery. A new nave was constructed in the 11th century with further interior renovations.

In the 16th century Metz was besieged by the troops of Charles V and later was converted into an important garrison town by the French. The building became a warehouse, and remained so after being declared a historical monument in 1909. In the 1970s it was restored and opened for concerts and exhibitions. ^{[3] [4] [5] [6]}

Burials

• Drogo of Champagne

See also

• Oldest churches in the world

References

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