The Folon chapel (17th-21st c)

  • Historic site and monument
  • Religious heritage
  • Chapel
Place de l'église, 06570 Saint-Paul
Please note that the nearest station is more than
Home to the brotherhood of White Penitents for over three centuries, the chapel was redecorated by Jean-Michel Folon...
The first traces of the brotherhood of White Penitents in Saint-Paul de Vence date back to 1581. They formed an association of pious laymen who did good works to earn forgiveness for their sins. For almost three hundred years, this 17th-century chapel was their headquarters. Their charity work with the underprivileged included caring for the sick, handing out clothing and food to the needy, and giving grain to farmers in trouble. They would also offer food and shelter to lost travellers and...

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The Folon chapel (17th-21st c)
Place de l'église, 06570 Saint-Paul
Please note that the nearest station is more than

Spoken languages

  • French

Environment

  • Village centre
  • Close to a public transportation
  • Bus stop < 500 m
Updated on 07 February 2023 at 13:01
by Office de tourisme de Saint-Paul-de-Vence
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