Chapelle des Marins

Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue, France

Chapelle des Marins (The seamens' chapel) was built in the 11th century. The old church was torn down in 1864, but its Romanesque apse remains.

References:

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Address

Place du Général Leclerc 2-8, Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue, France

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Details

Founded: 11th century
Category: Religious sites in France
Historical period: Birth of Capetian dynasty (France)

More Information

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Rating

4.9/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Niet “Nick” Kt (9 months ago)
Having been a sailor, it always makes you silent, grateful that you were always allowed to come home safely

Karine Besselievre (2 years ago)
Very pretty chapel, a place of contemplation and prayers for our dearly departed.

Captain Arawak (2 years ago)
You have to visit these sailors' chapels to become aware of the heavy price to pay to exercise this fascinating but extremely difficult and sometimes cruel profession. Having visited many chapels on the Atlantic coast, it still seems to me that the English Channel is particularly harsh.

David Leflamand (2 years ago)
Small chapel but big emotion. It pays tribute to all those who have disappeared at sea.

Emile Sohier (3 years ago)
Magnificent little chapel, with a great view!!

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