Notre-Dame du Chêne, Gothic Revival minor basilica in Vion, France
The Notre-Dame du Chêne basilica features Gothic Revival architecture with a grand interior that includes paintings depicting local religious narratives in the choir section.
In 1494, a local priest placed a terracotta statue of Virgin Mary and Child in an oak tree, initiating a pilgrimage tradition that led to the basilica's construction in 1875.
The basilica maintains regular prayer sessions, retreats, and religious celebrations, serving as a primary spiritual center for the Diocese and surrounding communities.
Visitors can access the basilica Tuesday through Friday from 14:00 to 18:00, Saturday from 14:00 to 17:00, and Sunday from 10:00 to 13:00.
The basilica houses a preserved section of the original oak tree beneath an altar in its lateral chapel, connecting present-day worship to its 15th-century origins.
Location: Vion
Inception: 1875
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Website: https://notredameduchene.com
GPS coordinates: 47.81290,-0.27376
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:48
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