Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Monts, Historical chapel in Breil-sur-Roya, France.
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Monts is a chapel in Breil-sur-Roya featuring three Romanesque naves with apses, Gothic portals, and a Baroque bell tower. The building stands among an ancient olive grove and shows the architectural blend of different periods.
The chapel was originally built and received significant changes in the 13th century with the addition of a northern apse and new lateral walls. Wall paintings by Augustin Reibaudi from 1571 document the artistic development of the site.
The chapel bears the name Notre-Dame-des-Monts, referring to the veneration of Mary in the mountains. Visitors can see how this place reflects the religious traditions of the local population.
The chapel is located along the Route de la Madone du Mont and is easy to find by following the road. The building was placed under protection in 1978 and is accessible from outside for visitors who want to view the exterior architecture.
The chapel attic serves as a summer habitat for bat colonies protected by the Natura 2000 program. This hidden aspect makes the building an important refuge for rare species in the region.
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