Church Saint Petronilla of Pregny-Chambésy, Parish church in Pregny-Chambésy, Switzerland.
Description
The Church of Saint Petronilla is a Gothic Revival structure with a cross-shaped layout composed of a nave, transept, and square choir section. It houses two bells named Jean from 1825 and Germaine from 1961, which can be operated manually or by remote motors.
History
Construction of the church began in 1862 under architect Jean-Marie Gignoux and was completed in 1863. It was built during a period of growing Catholic presence in the Swiss region.
Culture
The church serves as a gathering place for the local Catholic community and is overseen by the Diocese of Lausanne, Geneva and Fribourg. It remains an important site for worship and religious celebrations in the area.
Practical
The building is located at 43 Route de Pregny in Chambésy and can be reached on foot or by car. Visitors should check regular service times and inquire in advance if planning to visit outside scheduled hours.
Did you know?
The building marks a stopping point along the Via Jacobi, a pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela that runs from Rorschach to Geneva. This makes it a significant place on the spiritual journey of many pilgrims traveling through Switzerland.
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