Origin and history

The church Saint-Roch de Montferrat is a religious monument located in the commune of Montferrat, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. Although its name and location are attested, the available sources do not specify its construction period or the architectural or historical details associated with it. In the villages of Provence, churches traditionally played a central role, both spiritually and communally.

They served as a gathering place for religious services, local festivals and important events in the life of the inhabitants. Their architecture often reflected the resources and know-how available in the region, while meeting the liturgical and social needs of the time.