Church of the Savior

Mentioned in documents as early as 961, the church was rebuilt in 1254. It then became the priory of Moissac Abbey until 1626, giving it a major role in the Bas-Montauban diocese.

The building features elegant early Southern Gothic architecture. Its silhouette is dominated by a hexagonal bell-tower, an(…)

Mentioned in documents as early as 961, the church was rebuilt in 1254. It then became the priory of Moissac Abbey until 1626, giving it a major role in the Bas-Montauban diocese.

The building features elegant early Southern Gothic architecture. Its silhouette is dominated by a hexagonal bell-tower, an emblematic feature of the monument.
Between 1864 and 1872, the bell tower, belfry and last bay were rebuilt identically by the architect Olivier, and in 1905, a monumental stone staircase was added to the ensemble.

Inside, the church boasts an exceptional artistic heritage:

– superb stained glass windows created between 1860 and 1880 by Joseph Villiet, Louis Gesta and Henri Fleur,

– mosaics created in 1876 by Spinedi,

– and a remarkable collection of Baroque woodwork from the 17th and 18th centuries, mostly from the former Belleperche Abbey.

Today, Saint-Sauveur church is one of the jewels in Castelsarrasin’s religious and historical heritage.