Chapelle Saint-Hospice, Baroque chapel in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France.
Chapelle Saint-Hospice is a Baroque chapel in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat with white stone walls that stand against the Mediterranean coastline, accompanied by a bronze Virgin and Child statue measuring 11.4 meters. The building occupies a narrow headland with views facing the sea.
The chapel was built in 1655 on remains of a fortress from 1075 that Charles Emmanuel I of Savoy created for defense. The site therefore has medieval origins at its core.
The interior holds thirty paintings by Louis Marchand des Raux that show miracles linked to Saint Hospice, a monk from the sixth century. These works reveal how locals viewed this religious figure and his healing powers.
Visitors should verify opening hours in advance, as the chapel is currently undergoing restoration work on its roof and structural elements. The location is accessible by walking along the coastal paths in the area.
The site marks the exact location where Saint Hospice lived as a recluse in a tower during the sixth century, performing miracles and acts of penance. This heritage from early Christian times remains woven into the place itself today.
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