Notre-Dame-d'Alydon, Medieval church in hilltop Oppède, France.
Description
Notre-Dame-d'Alydon is a church built on a rocky hilltop in Oppède within the Luberon region, distinguished by a hexagonal bell tower and multiple side chapels. The interior features a choir with an additional chapel and houses a restored gilded wooden altarpiece from the 18th century.
History
The church was founded in the 10th or 11th century and later gained prominence as a collegiate church in the 16th century. Its long presence shaped the development of Oppède village across centuries.
Culture
The village of Oppède is a place where artists and restoration specialists gather to care for religious artworks and the building itself. Visitors can sense how the community values these pieces and actively maintains them.
Practical
Access is by foot only via the Rue du Chapitre, a steep path that winds through the village. Free guided tours are offered by the Oppède town hall, so it is best to ask ahead about visiting times.
Did you know?
The interior features a splendid altarpiece made of gilded wood that was created by an Avignon craftsman in the 18th century. This artfully restored work showcases the skilled craftsmanship practiced in southern France for religious artworks.
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