Canton of Villefranche-sur-Mer

Religious sites in Villefranche-sur-Mer

Sacred Sites and Chapels

Explore the diverse religious architecture of the French Riviera, spanning from the 11th-century foundations of Saint-Jean-Baptiste to the 18th-century neoclassical designs in Èze. This collection features significant pilgrimage sites like the Sanctuary of Notre-Dame de Laghet, famous for its ex-votos, and the Chapelle Saint-Pierre, uniquely decorated by Jean Cocteau. These churches and chapels reflect the region's maritime traditions, Baroque heritage, and deep-rooted local history.

Sacred Sites and Chapels — Map

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Église Notre-Dame de l'Assomption

An 18th-century neoclassical church featuring a distinctive yellow facade and a square bell tower.

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B

Église Saint-Michel

An 18th-century Baroque-style church housing a notable 16th-century recumbent Christ sculpture carved from fig wood.

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C

Église Saint-Nicolas

A modern parochial church in Monaco’s Fontvieille district, dedicated to Saint Nicholas of Myra.

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D

Chapelle Saint-Pierre

A 16th-century chapel dedicated to fishermen, famous for the interior murals painted by artist Jean Cocteau in 1957.

E

Chapelle Saint-Hospice

17th-century chapel built on ancient ruins, featuring a monumental bronze statue of the Virgin and Child by sculptor Galbusieri.

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F

Chapelle Sancta-Maria de Olivo

An 11th-century chapel that currently serves as a cultural space for art exhibitions.

G

Église des Carmes

A Catholic church in Monaco associated with the Carmelite order.

H

Chapelle Saint-François de Sales

Catholic chapel located in the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat area.

I

Église du Sacré-Cœur-de-Jésus

Local Catholic church serving the community of Beaulieu-sur-Mer.

J

St Michael’s Church

An Anglican church in Beaulieu-sur-Mer providing English-language services.

K

Église Notre-Dame de France

Catholic church located within the Villefranche-sur-Mer commune.

L

Saint-Jean-Baptiste

A 19th-century church built on 11th-century foundations in the center of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.

M

Église Saint-Joseph

Catholic place of worship located near the hilltop village of Èze.

N

Église Notre Dame du Cap Fleuri

Catholic church situated near the coastal border of Cap d'Ail and Monaco.

O

Chapelle

Small Catholic chapel located in the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat vicinity.

P

chapelle principale

The central place of worship within the historic Sanctuary of Notre-Dame de Laghet complex.

Q

Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Laghet

A major 17th-century pilgrimage site known for its Baroque architecture and a vast collection of over 4,000 ex-voto paintings.

R

Chapelle Sainte-Thérèse

Local chapel dedicated to Saint Thérèse, situated in Villefranche-sur-Mer.

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