The l'Annonciation chapel, a listed historic monument renowned for its 18th-century ellipsoidal architecture and richly decorated interior, illustrates local religious history and today serves as a museum of religious art.
The de l'Annonciation chapel in La Brigue has a rich history, marked by changes and evolutions over the centuries. Initially, it was part of the Confrérie de l'Annonciade, which separated from the Confrérie des pénitents blancs de l'Assomption, founded in 1395. In 1930, the two brotherhoods reunited, and the chapel became an annex of the chapel of the Assumption, located near the parish church.
Classified as a historic monument since March 3, 1949, the chapel has also been selected as one of 18 emblematic sites for the 2021 Heritage Lottery. Architecturally, it is distinguished by its 18th-century construction on an ellipsoidal plan, with opulent interior decoration including frescoes and imitation marble. It focuses on the mystery of the Incarnation, with representations of the life of Christ and references to the cult of St. Charles Borromeo, in whose honor the brotherhood has held a relic since the 18th century. The interior decorations were restored in the 19th century.
Structurally, the chapel is notable for its triangular bell tower topped by a bulbous roof. Today, it serves as a museum of religious art, housing important parish reliquaries, liturgical vestments and ex-voto items from the Notre-Dame des Fontaines sanctuary.
Classified as a historic monument since March 3, 1949, the chapel has also been selected as one of 18 emblematic sites for the 2021 Heritage Lottery. Architecturally, it is distinguished by its 18th-century construction on an ellipsoidal plan, with opulent interior decoration including frescoes and imitation marble. It focuses on the mystery of the Incarnation, with representations of the life of Christ and references to the cult of St. Charles Borromeo, in whose honor the brotherhood has held a relic since the 18th century. The interior decorations were restored in the 19th century.
Structurally, the chapel is notable for its triangular bell tower topped by a bulbous roof. Today, it serves as a museum of religious art, housing important parish reliquaries, liturgical vestments and ex-voto items from the Notre-Dame des Fontaines sanctuary.
Location
Location
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Environment
Environment
- Close to a public transportation
- Village centre
- River 5 km away
