Chapelle anglicane Saint-Thomas d'Arcachon, Protestant church in Ville d'Hiver, Arcachon, France.
Description
The Chapelle anglicane Saint-Thomas is a church with brick and stone walls and wooden interior details, featuring seven Pre-Raphaelite stained glass windows that cast colored light throughout the space. Biblical verses inscribed on the ceiling add a spiritual dimension to the interior.
History
The chapel was built in 1878 to serve British residents seeking relief from tuberculosis in Arcachon. German forces repurposed it as a storage facility during World War II before it became a Protestant temple in 1975.
Culture
The chapel reflects the religious diversity that shaped Arcachon when British visitors sought their own places of worship during the 1800s. The building shows how the community evolved to welcome different faiths over time.
Practical
The building is located in the Ville d'Hiver neighborhood where it remains easily accessible to visitors. You can step inside to see the interior details and stained glass windows at your own pace.
Did you know?
The bell tower dates from 1898 and sits separately in the garden beside the main building. This unusual arrangement came about when the chapel was converted from Anglican to Protestant use.
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