Tomb of Ferdinand Cheval

The Tomb of Ferdinand Chevel is a stone monument built between 1914 and 1922 located in a cemetery in Hauterives. The structure displays carefully carved stonework and design elements that closely relate to the artistic methods used in his larger construction project.

After authorities denied his request to be buried inside the Ideal Palace, Chevel built this monument between 1914 and 1922 as an alternative. The structure received official protection status in 1969 when designated as a historic monument.

The tomb serves as a final expression of Chevel's artistic vision and remains a place where his creative spirit is visible. Walking around it, you can sense how the same imaginative force that shaped his palace continues to manifest in this intimate work.

The monument sits within a public cemetery and is accessible when you visit the grounds. The setting is calm, allowing you to move at your own pace and examine the carved details closely.

The carved stonework blends Egyptian, Christian, and Hindu architectural elements, revealing Chevel's personal interpretation of influences from different cultures. This unusual mix in a burial monument shows how his creative thinking extended beyond any single tradition.

Location: Hauterives

GPS coordinates: 45.25007,5.01887

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:55