The church of St. Mary Magdalene in Bréhémont occupies what looks like a safe perch, on high ground on the south bank of the mighty Loire river just over 10 km to the west of Azay-le-Ridau. This 19th century church in a neo-Gothic style is the first thing travellers will see of the village whether approaching by road or the river.

Inside the nave, with its wooden barreled ceiling, leads to the main central altar.

It has a rather ornate wooden backdrop and above it, the ceiling continues the wood theme.

There are the familiar side chapels of the central nave.

Where's Joan?, she has pride of place within the main altar space where the subtle lighting gives her the desired saintly effect.

If you find yourself in the village you should look in though you may not always find it open.

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