Construction begins XIIe siècle (≈ 1250)
Initial period of the original building.
XIIIe siècle
Continuation of work
Continuation of work XIIIe siècle (≈ 1350)
Extension phase or major modifications.
XVIIe siècle
Renovations or additions
Renovations or additions XVIIe siècle (≈ 1750)
Further work on the chapel.
2 décembre 1948
Registration for Historic Monuments
Registration for Historic Monuments 2 décembre 1948 (≈ 1948)
Official protection of the building.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Royal Chapel of Sainte-Catherine (cad. HN 1669): inscription by order of 2 December 1948
Key figures
Information non disponible - No character mentioned
Sources insufficient to identify actors.
Origin and history
The Royal Chapel of Sainte-Catherine, located in Brignoles in the Var, is a religious building whose origins date back to the 12th and 13th centuries, with subsequent modifications in the 17th century. This monument, inscribed in the inventory of Historical Monuments by decree of 2 December 1948, reflects an evolutionary architecture marked by centuries of history. Its status as a "royal chapel" suggests a link to an important institution or figure, although available sources do not specify the sponsors or the exact context of this name.
The location of the chapel at 2bis Rue Sainte-Catherine is considered "a priori satisfactory" (note 6/10) according to available geographical data. Owned by the commune of Brignoles, it is referenced in the Mérimée base under the code Insee 83023, attached to the Var department and to the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. Protected elements include the entire chapel (cadastre HN 1669), but sources do not mention specific contemporary uses, such as tourist tours or ancillary services.
The periods of construction identified (XII, XIII and XVII centuries) indicate distinct phases, possibly linked to extensions or restorations. The lack of details about events or associated characters limits the understanding of its precise historical role. However, its inscription in the title of Historical Monuments underscores its heritage importance, typical of medieval religious buildings that have traversed the centuries in south-eastern France.
