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Lau Church

Lau offers an unexpectedly grand rural church interior, with eight columns carrying twelve vaults. Its scale, carved details and unrealised tower distinguish it from smaller medieval stops.

Lau Church

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Why go

The building’s breadth is the reason to go: the large Romanesque nave meets an equally ambitious Gothic choir, yet the planned western tower never rose. Inside, the blocked tower arch frames a Last Judgement painting. Looking between the vaults and the carved column bases reveals both the scale of the project and its smaller, playful details.

What to look for

  • A toad and a jester appear among the carved column bases.
  • Five exterior portals include large sculpted Romanesque entrances.
  • A large medieval crucifix hangs on the north wall.

Useful to know

  • Confirm the parish’s current visiting arrangements before relying on interior access.
  • Move from the whole vaulted space to the column bases; the small carvings are easy to overlook.

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Indoor visit · 20–40 min

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