Visit of the chapel and museum of the priory’s ex-votos

Name: Visite de la Chapelle et musée des ex-votos du prieuré
Start: 2022-09-17T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2022-09-18T18:00:00+02:00
Location: Prieuré de Saint-Jean-de-Garguier

Event in partnership with the association of Friends of St John - free visit of the chapel and the museum, presenting the collection of sacred art object and ex votos.

17 et 18 septembre 2022Passé

Event in partnership with the association of the Friends of St Jean - free visit of the chapel and the museum, presenting the collection of sacred art objects and ex votos: The site of the priory Saint-Jean-de-garguier is an unmissable place in the history of Provence, since it has been frequented for 2,600 years. A unique and incredibly rich history. You can visit the place which is now a reception center as well as its chapel with its votos which are classified as historical monuments. For the more curious a small museum hides treasures collected over the years.

À propos du lieu

Prieuré de Saint-Jean-de-Garguier

2237 ROUTE DE ST JEAN DE GARGUIER 13420 Gémenos

Bouches-du-Rhône
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

The priory is a Christian building, dating from the 12th century. A place of pilgrimage in the Middle Ages, especially at the time of the feast of St John the Baptist on June 21\. Today the priory hosts church groups, associations, schools or companies for spiritual retreats, cultural stays, seminars, ... during the day or over several days with accommodation or catering. The outdoor spaces also allow to host scout groups or youth movements for outdoor activities.