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Origin and history

The Notre Dame d'Astors Chapel, located in Peyrolles-en-Provence, is a religious building dating back to the 12th century, with significant modifications made in the 17th century. It is also known as the Notre-Dame d'Ertor chapel, perhaps reflecting a toponymic evolution or a double historical name. This monument, inscribed in the inventory of Historical Monuments by decree of 31 October 1940, belongs today to the commune. Its architecture and history are part of Provencal religious heritage, marked by medieval and modern influences.

The location of the chapel, at the Plains of Ertor, suggests an anchoring in a rural or semi-rural territory, typical of the religious constructions of that time, often linked to places of pilgrimage or to local communities. Chapels of this type frequently served as gathering points for the faithful, playing a central role in the spiritual and social life of surrounding villages. Their preservation until the contemporary era demonstrates their cultural and historical importance for local populations.

Available sources, including Monumentum and Merimée data, indicate that the chapel is subject to heritage protection because of its architectural and historical value. Although the details of its founders or specific transformations are lacking, its listing as Historic Monuments underscores its public interest. The mention of a Creative Commons license for associated visuals also shows its openness to wider cultural diffusion, while preserving its integrity.

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