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The chapel Saint-Jean-Baptiste is a religious building located in the commune of Epesses in Vendée ( Pays de la Loire region). Built in the 4th quarter of the 15th century, it represents an example of religious architecture of the late Middle Ages in this region. Its registration as a Historic Monument by order of 9 March 1965 bears witness to its heritage value, although details of its foundation or its sponsors remain unknown in available sources.

The location of the chapel at 5882 Rue de Lattre de Tassigny is documented with an accuracy considered fair (note 5/10). Owned by the municipality of Epesses, it could have played a central role in local spiritual and community life, as was often the case for rural chapels at that time. The archives mention its current status (opened/closed to visit, possible rental) without further details.

Available sources (Mérimée base, Monumentum) confirm its belonging to the protected heritage, with a cadastre identified under the reference E1 493. No information is provided on any post-construction architectural changes or historical characters related to its history. The Creative Commons license associated with his photo (credit: Whiteredge) suggests a contemporary interest in its preservation and enhancement.

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