Bethlehem Chapel

Bethlehem Chapel is a Gothic-style place of worship in Saint-Jean-de-Boiseau featuring elaborate stonework on its exterior walls and turrets. The structure combines fieldstone construction with details spanning both medieval and modern periods.

The chapel received protected monument status in 1911 after serving as a local place of worship for centuries. This classification ensured preservation of the medieval structure for future generations.

The chapel displays stonework that reflects different periods of creation, with modern additions creating a contrast to the original medieval structure. Visitors can observe this blend of old and new while walking around the building.

The building sits next to a local road and is easy to approach from the outside, with a circuit around the structure revealing all details. The best time for viewing is during daylight hours when the stonework is clearly visible.

The building was expanded in the 1990s with new stonework containing surprising references to modern pop culture themes. This unexpected connection between medieval architecture and contemporary imagery makes the site unusual for a place of worship.

Location: Saint-Jean-de-Boiseau

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

GPS coordinates: 47.19547,-1.73166

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:44