Chapelle du Saint-Esprit de Rue, Medieval chapel in Rue, France
The Saint-Esprit Chapel features high vaults adorned with hanging keys and intricate stone carvings throughout its three distinct architectural sections.
Construction of the chapel began in 1440 and continued until 1515, receiving substantial financial support from Duke Philip the Good and Kings Louis XI and XII.
The chapel stands as one of three major examples of Flamboyant Gothic architecture in the Picardy region, alongside Saint Vulfran and Saint Riquier.
The chapel offers guided tours combining visits to the neighboring belfry and Hospice Chapel, with free parking available for visitors.
The Treasury section contains a stone altarpiece depicting biblical scenes and features both lower and upper chambers with medieval sculptural elements.
Location: Rue
Inception: 15 century
Architectural style: Flamboyant
GPS coordinates: 50.27310,1.66861
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46
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