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Chapel of Bionnassay

Historic site and monument, Religious heritage, Chapel, Baroque in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
  • The Battendier family and another 20 heads of village families were the impetus behind the creation of this chapel in 1480.

  • In the middle ages, the hamlet of Bionnassay had the largest population in Saint-Gervais, yet it was also one of the furthest from the village centre. The
    road to the parish church was difficult, especially in winter, and that is why a chapel was founded in 1480. The Battendier family and another 20 or so
    heads of village families were the impetus behind this creation.
    The current edifice dates back to the beginning of the 17th century. Saint Laurence and Saint Madeline are its patron...
    In the middle ages, the hamlet of Bionnassay had the largest population in Saint-Gervais, yet it was also one of the furthest from the village centre. The
    road to the parish church was difficult, especially in winter, and that is why a chapel was founded in 1480. The Battendier family and another 20 or so
    heads of village families were the impetus behind this creation.
    The current edifice dates back to the beginning of the 17th century. Saint Laurence and Saint Madeline are its patron saints. It contains several paintings
    from this period including the impressive Madonna Presenting the Rosary to Saint Dominic and Saint Catherine of Siena, donated in 1633
  • Spoken languages
    • French
Openings
Openings
  • From June 15, 2023 until October 15, 2023
    Open Everyday
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