Chapel of the Hôtel-Dieu in Lyon
The Chapel of Notre-Dame-de-Pitié, better known as the Chapel of the Hôtel-Dieu, is a place of worship in the Bellecour district, in Lyon's 2nd arrondissement. Belonging to the Hospices Civils de Lyon, it is attached to the Basilica of Saint-Bonaventure and was previously linked to the parish of Saint-Nizier. Built around 1655 by Guillaume Ducellet, it is in the Baroque style.
Within the Hôtel-Dieu, at Bellecour
The chapel lies in the Bellecour district, in the very heart of the Presqu'île, in the 2nd arrondissement. It is part of the Hôtel-Dieu complex, which belongs to the Hospices Civils de Lyon. The setting is highly central, a few steps from Place Bellecour and easily reached on foot or by metro.
A 17th-century Baroque gem
Built around 1655, the chapel is the work of Guillaume Ducellet and belongs to Baroque architecture. Dedicated to Notre-Dame-de-Pitié, it is attached to the Basilica of Saint-Bonaventure and once came under the parish of Saint-Nizier. A visit pairs well with discovering the Hôtel-Dieu and the surrounding Bellecour district.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Chapel of the Hôtel-Dieu?
In the Bellecour district, Lyon's 2nd arrondissement, within the Hôtel-Dieu complex.
Why is it also called the Chapel of Notre-Dame-de-Pitié?
That is its proper name; it is attached to the Basilica of Saint-Bonaventure and previously came under the parish of Saint-Nizier.
What style is the chapel?
It is in the Baroque style and was built around 1655 by Guillaume Ducellet.
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