Construction of the chapel 1ère moitié du XIXe siècle (≈ 1865)
Construction period in neoclassical style.
10 mai 1990
Registration Historic Monument
Registration Historic Monument 10 mai 1990 (≈ 1990)
Official protection of the chapel.
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Position de référence.
Heritage classified
The chapel (Box B 1183): inscription by order of 10 May 1990
Origin and history
The chapel Saint-Louis de Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer is a religious monument built in the first half of the 19th century. It is distinguished by its neoclassical architecture, typical of this period, and is located in the commune of Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer, in the department of Var. This architectural style, marked by clean lines and ancient inspiration, reflects the artistic tendencies of the time, often associated with cultural and religious renewal after revolutionary upheavals.
Classified as a Historic Monument, the chapel was registered by decree on 10 May 1990, thus protecting its architectural heritage. This official recognition underlines its importance in the local historical and cultural landscape. The chapel is located at 16 Rue Rouget de l'Isle, an address that allows it to be located precisely in the urban fabric of Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer. Its role in the community, although not detailed in the sources, can be associated with the religious and social practices of the time, where such buildings served as a place of assembly and worship for the inhabitants.
The location of the chapel, in a coastal region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, also suggests a historical context marked by maritime and commercial activities. At that time, port cities like Toulon, close to Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer, played a strategic role in the economic and military development of the region. Religious monuments, such as this chapel, could also serve as symbolic landmarks for local communities, strengthening their identity and social cohesion.
