Chapelle Sainte-Radegonde de Chinon, Romanesque chapel in Chinon, France
The Chapelle Sainte-Radegonde de Chinon is an 11th-century chapel partially carved into the limestone cliff face. It consists of two naves, with one section completely integrated into the Loire Valley stone.
The chapel was built in the 11th century on the site of a 6th-century hermit retreat. This religious location developed over centuries as a place of devotion and spiritual practice.
The chapel is named after a female saint who lived as a hermit in the 6th century. Her veneration continues to shape the place today and draws visitors interested in the lives of early religious women.
Access to the chapel is seasonal and varies by month. Visitors should check ahead since opening hours differ depending on the time of year.
The interior contains 12th-century wall paintings, including a hunting scene linked to the medieval Plantagenet family. These rare frescoes show everyday moments from the lives of the nobility of that era.
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