Chapelle des pénitents noirs, Villefranche-de-Rouergue

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Chapelle des pénitents noirs, Villefranche-de-Rouergue

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Chapelle des pénitents noirs, Villefranche-de-Rouergue, Baroque chapel in Villefranche-de-Rouergue, France.

The Chapelle des Pénitents Noirs features a simple exterior with a Greek cross layout and a double bell tower on its classical facade.

The chapel, constructed between 1642 and 1671, received its historical monument classification on June 15, 1920, following years of architectural development.

The wooden ceiling displays paintings dedicated to the True Cross, while the gilded altarpiece depicts different scenes from the Passion of Christ.

Visitors can schedule guided tours throughout the year by calling 05.36.16.20.00, with special rates available for students and groups.

The interior walls reveal 17th-century paintings on the pilasters supporting the vault, discovered during recent restoration work.

Location: Villefranche-de-Rouergue

Inception: 1671

Architectural style: baroque architecture

GPS coordinates: 44.35360,2.03667

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:48

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