Compesières Commandry, Medieval commandry in Bardonnex, Switzerland.
The stone fortress comprises a main building with thick walls, an internal courtyard, and architectural elements from different construction periods spanning several centuries.
The commandry, first mentioned in 1270, served as headquarters for the Knights Hospitaller of Saint John of Jerusalem in the Geneva region until 1792.
The Knights' Hall ceiling features 165 painted coffers displaying religious symbols and heraldic designs from the medieval period.
The building currently houses the town hall, school, and parish offices, while a dedicated room contains the Museum of the Order of Malta.
During the French Revolution, the commandry transformed into a saltpeter factory after its towers and church steeple were demolished.
Location: Canton of Geneva
Location: Bardonnex
Part of: list of cultural properties in Bardonnex
Address: Route de Cugny 99 1257 1257
GPS coordinates: 46.15194,6.12056
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:05
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