Marigny-l'Église (French pronunciation: [maʁiɲi leɡliz]) is a commune in the Nièvre department in central France[3] The name Marigny can be traced to the Gallo-Roman Era.

[6] A ruined Roman villa is located near Marigny as evidenced by pottery debris, edged tiles, and medals.

[7] In 885, a band of viking pillagers were attacked and defeated in the forests of the upper Morvand by an army raised by Ribaud, Bishop of Auxerre.

Local legend refers to a granite outcropping as the Tomb of the Viking King after this battle.

[9] The house of Chastellux obtained ownership over Marigny in 1309, under whose provision it remained until the French Revolution.

In 1800 a modern château was built by timber seller Léonard Houdaille who became a nouveau riche during the Revolution.