Chapelle Saint-Jacques d'Orelle, Religious chapel in Orelle, France
The Saint-Jacques chapel in Francoz district stands 5 meters tall and 10 meters long, featuring stained glass windows with scallop shell motifs.
The structure began as an oratory blessed by Reverend Urbain Albert in 1670 and expanded into a chapel in 1730 using local larch wood and stone.
The chapel contains a painting of Saint James and holds annual summer masses, maintaining its role as a religious center in the community.
Located at 45.20847N and 6.54518E, the chapel remains open for exterior visits throughout summer and winter seasons.
The chapel underwent repairs in 1940 using materials from local factories during World War II, funded by donations from hamlet families.
Location: Orelle
GPS coordinates: 45.20847,6.54518
Latest update: June 1, 2025 08:59
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