Chapelle de l'ermitage de Franchard, Medieval priory in Fontainebleau Forest, France.
The remains of Notre-Dame de Franchard Priory include an ancient wall section integrated into a current forest house in Fontainebleau Forest.
Religious hermits established themselves at Franchard in the 11th century, with the first chapel dedicated to Saint Alexis of Rome.
The priory exhibits Romanesque religious architecture and received historical monument status in 1926 for its heritage value.
The site lies at the center of Fontainebleau Forest hiking trails, with marked paths leading from surrounding parking areas.
The priory experienced multiple murders throughout its history, leading to its demolition order by the Regency Council in 1717.
Location: Fontainebleau
Architectural style: Romanesque art
GPS coordinates: 48.40928,2.63221
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:57
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