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Origin and history

The chapel Saint-Louis de Lantenay, located in the village of the same name in Burgundy-Franche-Comté, is a religious building whose construction spread between the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. This monument, now classified, bears witness to the architecture and sacred art of this period, especially through its preserved murals, which constitute a rare artistic heritage.

Classified as a Historical Monument by decree of 21 November 1975, the chapel includes in its protection all its painted decorations. These elements, as well as its location in the department of the Gold Coast, make it a remarkable site for the study of the religious and cultural history of medieval Burgundy. Its exact address, 32 Rue de la Combe, allows to situate it precisely in the urban fabric of Lantenay.

At the time of its construction, chapels like Saint-Louis played a central role in the life of rural Burgundy communities. They served not only as a place of worship, but also as a gathering point for the inhabitants, reflecting the social and religious practices of the time. The region, then marked by a predominantly agricultural and wine-growing economy, saw these buildings as a symbol of piety and local cohesion.

Available data, including from the Merimée database and Monumentum, highlight the heritage importance of the site. However, the practical information concerning its current access or use (visits, rentals, etc.) is not specified in the sources consulted. The location, noted as "passible" (level 5/10), suggests an approximation in the geographic coordinates transmitted.

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