• Historic site and monument

The Oratoricals at Notre Dame de la Gorge

When one arrives at the Gorge, one discovers 14 small oratoricals (or chapels) that dot the path leading to the church.

Historic site and monument The Oratoricals at Notre Dame de la Gorge Les Contamines-Montjoie

About

Les Contamines-Montjoie (74170)
Animals allowed
Unguided individual tours available permanently
Guided individual tours on request

They were built at the instigation of Father Gaillard in 1728, primarily to lend even more splendour to the Marian cult already established in this location. The Rosary comprises five “Joyful Mysteries”, five “Sorrowful Mysteries” and five “Glorious Mysteries” that commemorate the various stages of the life of the Virgin Mary.

Prices

Free of charge.

Reception

Animals allowed
Languages visits : French

Opening

All year round, daily.

Labels and rating

Baroque
18th C

Services
  • Pets welcome
  • Tour free of charge

Access

Notre-Dame de la Gorge 74170 Les Contamines-Montjoie
Information update on 14/04/2016 by Office de Tourisme des Contamines-Montjoie