Notre-Dame de Rocamadour, Medieval chapel in Rocamadour, France.
Notre-Dame de Rocamadour is a chapel built against limestone cliffs with gothic features including ribbed vaults and a flat-tiled roof. The structure forms part of a larger religious complex that clings to the rock face as a unified sanctuary.
The chapel first appears in historical records in 1105 through a papal document from Pope Pascal II. Its prominence grew significantly after the discovery of Saint Amadour's remains in 1166, which attracted many pilgrims to the site.
The chapel displays medieval wall paintings showing the Annunciation and the Visitation, which pilgrims encounter as they move through the space. These images make the place's role as a pilgrimage destination visible and real to those who visit.
Reaching the chapel requires climbing many steps as it sits high against the rock face. Visit early in the morning or on cloudy days to avoid crowds and the intense heat of midday sun.
A bell hangs from the chapel ceiling and according to local belief rings on its own when sailors in distress receive help after praying. This legend remains woven into how visitors experience and understand the place today.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
La forêt des Singes
1.5 km
Sanctuary of Rocamadour
8 m
Basilique Saint-Sauveur de Rocamadour
14 m
Le rocher des aigles
490 m
Des Merveilles Cave
884 m
Crypte Saint-Amadour
14 m
Durandal
388 m
Néolithique dolmen sous tumulus
1.4 km
Pigeonnier de Laguille
273 m
Église de l'Hospitalet (Rocamadour)
890 m
Chapelle Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Rocamadour
14 m
Chapelle Saint-Michel de Rocamadour
8 m
Musée d'art sacré de Rocamadour
14 m
Chapelle Sainte-Anne de Rocamadour
26 m
Chapelle Saint-Blaise de Rocamadour
16 m
Hôpital de l'Hospitalet de Rocamadour
860 m
Porte de l'Hôpital (Rocamadour)
845 m
Grotte du Saint-Sépulcre
138 m
Palacio abacial de Rocamadour
30 m
Lanterne des morts de Rocamadour
24 m
Parvis et escaliers de la cité religieuse de Rocamadour
0 m
Château de Rocamadour
65 m
Porte Basse de Rocamadour
186 m
Porte de la Mercerie
196 m
Porte du Figuier
268 m
Maison de la Paumette
118 m
Maison Mazot
33 m
Porte Malbec
65 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes