Servus, a hermit from Lyon, lived here in the 5th century.
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The reputation for holiness which he gained in the region offended the Visigoth king Euric who was reigning over Provence at the time.
One day, in the year 484, Euric had the hermit executed after having his ears cut off.
The martyr's body was buried by shepherds at the back of the cave where he had lived, and a small chapel was later built in front of the cave, in praise of Servus, who was canonised under the name of Saint-Ser.
The sanctuary was dedicated on 5 January 1001 by...
One day, in the year 484, Euric had the hermit executed after having his ears cut off.
The martyr's body was buried by shepherds at the back of the cave where he had lived, and a small chapel was later built in front of the cave, in praise of Servus, who was canonised under the name of Saint-Ser.
The sanctuary was dedicated on 5 January 1001 by...
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Contact St Ser Hermitage Chapel
- www.si-puyloubier.13.fr
