Chapelle Saint-Louis de Poitiers, Baroque church in Poitiers, France.
Chapelle Saint-Louis de Poitiers is a baroque building with two distinctive towers at its southern end and Gothic vaulted ceilings inside. The ceilings are supported by Ionic pilaster capitals that give the space a classical elegance.
The Jesuits built this chapel between 1608 and 1613 as part of their educational institution after settling in Poitiers in 1604. The sacristy was added later in 1664, expanding the original structure.
The chapel is named after Saint Louis and served as the spiritual center of a Jesuit school that educated generations of students. The interior spaces still reflect this past role as a place of learning and faith.
The chapel is mainly open to visitors during special exhibitions and on European Heritage Day. It is advisable to check with the Poitiers tourist office ahead of your visit for exact opening times.
The sacristy added in 1664 retains its original walnut furnishings decorated with religious monograms and displays paintings of New Testament scenes. These often overlooked details offer a rare glimpse into the craftsmanship behind baroque interiors.
Location: Poitiers
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Address: rue Louis-Renard
GPS coordinates: 46.57920,0.34170
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46
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