ST. IPPOLIT'S COLLEGIATE CHURCH

The collegiate church of Saint-Hippolyte impresses by the coherence of its lines. Built from 1415 thanks to Jean Chousat, it is worth a visit. Apart from the entrance porch, the dome of the bell tower and the stained glass windows, it has changed very little over the years. Its sobriety, its unadorned caps and its low vaults are superb. But what is even more impressive are the Cavaillé-Coll organs (19th century) and the remarkable collection of statues, mostly from the 15th century, from the Burgundy School, and in particular from Claus de Werve and Jean de la Huerta. They represent notable figures: Jean Chevrot, bishop of Tournai, Pierre Versay, bishop of Amiens and nephew of Jacques Coittier, who was Louis XI's physician and president of the Burgundy Parliament... On the occasion of the 600th anniversary of the collegiate church, the municipality of Poligny and the Association for the Safeguarding of Heritage launched a large subscription to take up a crazy challenge, to make an identical copy of one of these statues. The bet was won, since a copy is visible in this gothic setting. Of course it is not the original, but the rendering is perfect and you will be surprised by the quality of the execution. Completing the collection, this work allows you to discover the importance of Poligny in the 15th century, several books deal with this period, get them at the bookstore or from the Heritage Association. Complete your information with the tourist office.