Chapelle des pénitents gris, Avignon, Religious chapel in Avignon, France
The Chapelle des Pénitents Gris features vaulted ceilings and displays numerous religious artworks, sculptures, and paintings throughout its interior spaces.
Built in the 17th century, this chapel served as a gathering place for the Grey Penitents brotherhood, who dedicated their lives to helping poor people.
The chapel maintains its position as a religious center while hosting concerts performed by young musicians from the Grand Avignon Conservatory.
Visitors can access the chapel during guided tours scheduled on the first and third Saturdays of each month, with additional openings for special events.
The chapel incorporates specific architectural techniques of stereotomy, resulting in flat vaults that demonstrate advanced construction methods of the period.
Location: Avignon
GPS coordinates: 43.94540,4.81264
Latest update: March 8, 2025 04:44
This tour covers historical churches, monasteries and gardens in Avignon. The route includes the Romanesque Saint-Ruf Chapel, Rocher des Doms overlooking the Rhône, the baroque Mint building, and Petit Palais Museum with its Italian Renaissance paintings collection. Visitors also discover Rue des Teinturiers with its water wheels and Collection Lambert for contemporary art.
Place Pie
415 m
Rue des Teinturiers
112 m
Halles d'Avignon
366 m
Théâtre des Halles
246 m
École d'Avignon
302 m
Maison du IV de Chiffre
120 m
Aumône générale
258 m
Bains Pommer
209 m
Chapelle de la Visitation, Avignon
301 m
Hotel Berton de Crillon
392 m
La Luna
249 m
Chapelle du Verbe Incarné
143 m
Le Cabestan
352 m
Hotel Montaigu
176 m
Hôtel Fortia de Montréal
374 m
Hôtel de Salvador
236 m
Théâtre du Bourg-Neuf
112 m
Hôtel particulier de Félix
295 m
Hotel de Raoulx
378 m
Couvent des Cordeliers
57 m
Église Sainte-Claire
273 m
Chapelle Saint-Michel d'Avignon
406 m
Tour Saint-Jean-le-Vieux
389 m
Hôtel de Luynes
408 m
Église Notre Dame de la Conversion
323 m
Maison du roi René
291 m
Livrée de Viviers
379 m
Immeuble, 54 rue de la Bonneterie
266 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes