Construction of the temple 1790 (≈ 1790)
Edited by Haurie and Aubagna.
1821
Embellishment work
Embellishment work 1821 (≈ 1821)
Funded by Louis XVIII.
1871
Completion
Completion 1871 (≈ 1871)
Latest known changes.
2012
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 2012 (≈ 2012)
Total protection of the temple.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
The temple in total, with the floor of the courtyard, the entrance gate and its gate (cad. AC 190): ranking by decree of 25 April 2012
Key figures
Haurie - Architect
Co-builder of the temple in 1790.
d'Aubagna - Architect
Co-builder of the temple in 1790.
Louis XVIII - Royal patron
Finished the work of 1821.
Origin and history
The Protestant temple of Orthez was built in 1790 by architects Haurie and Aubagna. This monument, erected at the end of the eighteenth century, bears witness to the importance of the Protestant community in the region at that time. Its architecture reflects the stylistic influences of the revolutionary period, while integrating elements specific to reformed places of worship.
In 1821, major beautification works were carried out thanks to the financial support of Louis XVIII. These developments, followed by other interventions until 1871, enriched the building and adapted it to the cultural and aesthetic needs of the time. The temple, classified as Historical Monument in 2012, includes in its protection the entrance gate, its gate, and the floor of the courtyard.
Located in the 23rd Place de la Poustelle in Orthez, in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, this temple is now owned by a cult association. Its history reflects the architectural and religious evolutions of the region, from its construction on the eve of the French Revolution to its subsequent transformations under the restored monarchy.
