Nampont: Heritage and Golf

Nampont brings together sacred art, historic architecture and golf as different reasons to visit. The commune has been part of the Parc naturel Baie de Somme – Picardie maritime since 28 July 2020, placing Nampont in its regional context. When choosing what to focus on, it is worth considering the distinct highlights separately: the “Vierge de Pitié” is an artwork in Saint-Martin Church, the Maison Forte is defined by its architectural form, and Les Cygnes Golf Course by its course statistics and practice facilities.

The “Vierge de Pitié” in Saint-Martin

The high relief sculpture “Vierge de Pitié” is located in the northern part of the sanctuary of Saint-Martin Church. It is classified as a protected object and dates from the 16th century. The painting was retouched in 1856. This makes it possible to distinguish between when the work was created and its later alteration: one date places the work in its historical context, while the other records an intervention in the 19th century. As a high relief, the image projects from the background; the term describes how it is rendered, not its position in the church.

The Maison Forte and historic points of reference

The Maison Forte offers a different kind of heritage. Built in the 15th century, it still has a polygonal ground plan and is surrounded by water-filled moats. The ground plan describes the shape of the building; the moats are a separate feature of its exterior layout. Its architectural form and surrounding defenses can therefore be considered as distinct aspects of its architecture.

Another historic point of reference is the year 1517: Adrien de Vaudricourt received Francis I at the Château de Nampont. The construction date of the Maison Forte and this reception answer different historical questions. The construction date identifies a period, while the reception records a specific date and the people involved.

Les Cygnes Golf Course

Les Cygnes is an 18-hole course measuring 5,850 metres, with a par of 72. The three figures can be read separately: the number of holes describes the size of the course, the distance gives its length, and par 72 is the expected number of strokes for the course. There is also a practice area on the water, a grass practice area and a putting green. These details distinguish the course format from the practice facilities. The golf course runs along the banks of the Authie in an ornithological reserve. Thus, its riverside route is also part of the described profile of Les Cygnes, alongside its golfing statistics.

Experiencing culture in different ways

The guided tour concept “La visite de Nampont en tous sens” takes a different approach: visitors explore and appreciate nearby cultural heritage, with their feelings, sensory impressions and personal experiences at the centre. The difference lies in the focus: the “Vierge de Pitié” is about a specific work and its context, while the tour draws attention to several heritage sites and visitors’ personal perceptions. If you are choosing Nampont for a cultural experience, you can therefore choose between a specific work of art, the architecture of the Maison Forte and an experience-focused approach.

Discover more destinations: Ochancourt, Longpré-Les-Corps-Saints, Acheux-En-Vimeu, Hangest-En-Santerre, Noyelles-Sur-Mer, Bray-lès-Mareuil, Vismes, Domvast.

For the regional travel guide: Somme.