Monastère de Bethléem des Voirons, Mountain monastery in Boëge, France.
The Monastère de Bethléem des Voirons is a monastery at the summit of Monts Voirons with views of Mont-Blanc and several chapels. The building also houses art studios where the community creates their works.
In the 15th century, Lord Louis de Langin erected the first chapel at this site, which originally housed a black Virgin statue. The current community of nuns settled here in 1967 and has grown steadily since then.
The community of Petites soeurs de Bethléem lives according to strict religious rules and uses the monastery spaces for their daily work. The nuns create artworks in their studios that reflect their spiritual dedication.
Visitors can explore the site on most days, best in the afternoon when the monastery opens its doors. A short film offers information about the history and life of the community.
The black Virgin statue that originally stood in the chapel was moved to Boëge Church after a fire. The statue remains an important object in local devotion and tradition.
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