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Chapelle des Pénitents

Historic site and monument, Historic patrimony, Religious heritage, Abbey, Chapel, Gothic, 15th C in La Chaise-Dieu
  • Originally a 15th century refectory for monks, the building was converted into a chapel in the early 19th century by the Confraternity of Penitents. Since then it has been used as a permanent site for prayer and for religious services in winter.

  • It was built when Jacques of Saint-Nectaire was abbot. We can see his coat-of-arms on the keystones. The symbol's of Christ's passion are displayed on the tribune. They were used every Good Friday in the 19th century during the Easter ceremonies.
    In 2012, the chapel was restored and consolidated.
    The chapel walls are decorated with the unusual Stations of the Cross painted by Robert Falcucci in 1980.
    There is no access without stairs for the chapel of the Penitents. Whatever the route,...
    It was built when Jacques of Saint-Nectaire was abbot. We can see his coat-of-arms on the keystones. The symbol's of Christ's passion are displayed on the tribune. They were used every Good Friday in the 19th century during the Easter ceremonies.
    In 2012, the chapel was restored and consolidated.
    The chapel walls are decorated with the unusual Stations of the Cross painted by Robert Falcucci in 1980.
    There is no access without stairs for the chapel of the Penitents. Whatever the route, there are always two to three steps if not more. For less step access, contact the brothers of St John's Community.
  • Spoken languages
    • English
    • French
  • Groups (Max capacity)
    • 50  Maximum number of people
Services
  • Accessibility
    • Not accessible in a wheelchair
  • Activities
    • Concert
  • Equipment
    • Play area
    • Picnic area
    • Auditorium
    • Bar
    • Public WC
    • Camper van reception area
    • Camper van service area
    • Exhibition space
    • Book shop
    • Parking nearby
  • Services
    • Motorhomes allowed
    • Tour free of charge
    • Guided tours
Openings
  • All year
  • Monday
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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