Built in the 17th century. Just in front of it remains a ruin, that of the old chapel from the 12th century.
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It is a place called, formerly called Terre Sainte. According to a tradition, just after the death of Christ, the Palestinians tortured civilians, some of whom were released into the open Mediterranean Sea in a boat without oars and without sails. A storm will take them to the coast of Sainte-Croix. On board: Marie Jacobée, Marie Salomé, Sahra, Lazare, Marthe and Marie-Madeleine.
Renowned during pilgrimages, it was customary for three brotherhoods to go there (barefoot) every May 3 and...
Renowned during pilgrimages, it was customary for three brotherhoods to go there (barefoot) every May 3 and...
Location
Contact Chapelle de Sainte-Croix
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Environment
- Isolated
- Close to GR footpath
- Beach within 300 m
- Sea view
Access
- Overlooks the beach of Sainte-Croix