Rumilly les vaudes

After we had visited the open garden, we took some time to enjoy the beautiful stone church which was being renovated. I had wanted to go inside, I love visiting churches, but unfortunately a sign stated that because of the renovations we were not allowed in.

We had just been chatting about the damaged stone carvings above the doors and were commenting that it would be great if they were to renovate them, when a very enthusiastic french man appeared and asked us if we were waiting to join the guided tour of the church. Before I could explain properly, he had picked up we were English, and told us to wait 30 seconds whilst he ran into the church. He returned with a sheet that had been translated into English as a guide for us. He told us we could then follow his small, private group inside. Perfect timing.

Once inside we could see the glorious stained glass windows that were lit up by the beautiful bright sunshine outside. The true marvel though was the ornately carved stone alter piece depicting the crucifixion. It was looking a little dusty, but that didn’t deter from the intricacy and dedication to detail that had gone into the work of art.

Our guide showed such energy on this rather unexpected tour of his village church, it was a real delight to experience such a welcome, and very memorable.