Chapelle Saint-Louis
Chapel of the former Jesuit novitiate built at the very beginning of the 17th century.
In 1589, a novitiate of the Society of Jesus was founded twenty-five years after the congregation's establishment in Avignon. Construction of the chapel began in 1601, and the consecration took place ten years later. The Jesuit architect Etienne Martelange is said to have provided the plans. This construction introduced a new aesthetic from Italy to a city dominated by medieval architecture, notably with a dome overlooking the central part of the church.
The chapel is only open for special events: concerts, Heritage Days, etc. For more information: intramurosavignon@diocese-avignon.fr
Historical brochure of the Saint-Louis chapel below.
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Location details
- In the city
- Downtown