Capuchin Friary, Capuchin convent in Crest, France
The Capuchin Friary stands within stone walls in Crest, Drôme, featuring traditional religious architecture and a church where friars conduct their daily prayers.
Established in 1609 in a former Benedictine priory, the friary underwent multiple periods of closure during the French Revolution and Third Republic before reopening in 1920.
The friars maintained a dedicated routine of prayer and study while conducting preaching missions to surrounding towns and training missionaries for Syria and Central Africa.
Located at coordinates 44°44'0"N, 5°0'56"E, the friary operates under the Roman Catholic Diocese of Valence and maintains regular religious services for visitors.
During the plague of 1628, which eliminated one-third of Crest's population, the resident friars provided medical care to sick townspeople.
Location: Crest
GPS coordinates: 44.73333,5.01556
Latest update: March 10, 2025 17:39
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