Chapelle Saint-Laurent d'Étagnières, Chapel in Etagnières, Vaud, Switzerland
The Chapelle Saint-Laurent d'Étagnières is a small chapel in the village of Etagnières, in the canton of Vaud. It consists of a simple nave and a bell tower, with a stone facade and a modest interior.
The chapel was built in the 12th century and served the village for centuries. It was restored in the 20th century and is now listed as a historic monument.
The chapel is dedicated to Saint Lawrence, and a small stone figure of the saint stands above the entrance. Local residents gather here for occasional services and private prayers.
The chapel is in the center of Etagnières, easy to reach on foot from the village square. It is usually open during the day, and you can look inside without booking ahead.
The bell tower houses a bell that was cast in the 15th century and still rings for village events. The chapel's small cemetery contains graves of families who have lived in Etagnières for generations.
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