Illustrative photoChapelle Saint-Jean de Mélissane
La barque, CD 6, 13710 Fuveau
The oldest rural chapel in Fuveau stands, simple and secluded, in the fields on the banks of the former course of the River Arc, steeped in a rich history, despite its very modest appearance and in spite of the many alterations and renovations it has undergone.
Exterior view. Dating from the 12th or 13th century. Despite its very modest appearance, this venerable Romanesque chapel seems to have been forgotten and overlooked by motorists, who drive past without even noticing it, despite its long history. We know that the Knights Templar (12th–13th centuries) owned land in this area, and they were probably the builders of this Romanesque chapel. Unlike other places of worship in the valley, this important priory – documented in various records since the 14th century – was not then under the jurisdiction of Saint Victor Abbey, but of Montmajour Abbey (in the Diocese of Arles). Its influence endured from the Middle Ages until the 17th century. Open during Heritage Days and at events organised by the Cercle St Michel.
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