Saint-Claude Church

  • Historic site and monument
  • Religious heritage
  • Church
  • Classified
  • 16th C
  • 17th C
Elevation : 1400m
Place de l'église, Chef-lieu, Val-des-Prés, 05100 Val-des-Prés
The 16th-century Saint-Claude Church catches the eye with its remarkable porch, which is unique in the Briançon region. Built in the Piedmontese Baroque style, its interior features extensive stucco work as well as magnificent paintings and frescoes.
The Church of St. Claude is from the XVI and XVII centuries. It has a simple appearance, has many stucco decorations, beautiful paintings and frescoes inside. Having taken model on the cathedral of Embrun, which radiates throughout the region at this time, it has a bell tower of Romano-Lombard style.

Services

Car park
Animals accepted

Accessibility

Not accessible in a wheelchair

Rates

Free access.

Openings

All year 2026 - Open everyday

Location

Saint-Claude Church
Elevation : 1400m
Place de l'église, Chef-lieu, Val-des-Prés, 05100 Val-des-Prés
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Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • Italian
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Mountain view
  • Mountain location
  • Village centre
  • River 5 km away
  • Close to a public transportation
Updated on 17 March 2026 at 13:55
by Office de tourisme des Hautes Vallées - La Grave - La Clarée - L'Izoard
(Offer identifier : 225195)
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