The Montanges chapel
Resort: Valgrisenche
Rules for visitors
Before you travel, consult the “Cultura a porte aperte” appto check the list of places actually available, since some of them may not be visitable for religious functions or restoration maintenance interventions.
How to visit the site using the automated system:
-create your account on the website Cultura a porte aperte by filling in the required information and accepting the privacy policy;
-you will receive an email to activate your account: click on “Activate account”;
-log in to the portal with your credentials and complete your profile;
-verify your mobile phone number by entering the OTP code received via SMS;
-download the Cultura a porte aperte app on your smartphone from the Google Play Store or the App Store:
-log in to the app to book your visits.
If you have any problems, please contact customer support on: +39 011 0898098
The Mondanges chapel, built in 1648, is dedicated to Saints Joseph, Hilary and Barbara.
In the years 1890-1891, the chapel was rebuilt in neo-Gothic style by the entrepreneur and architect Giuseppe Lancia.
It is characterised by its tall, slender façade with a pointed arch portal surmounted by a circular opening, large windows in the side walls and buttresses at the four corners and along the walls. The interior is marked by ribs and cross vaults.
The chapel has no bell tower, the bell is fixed to a metal frame on the roof near the façade.
The carved wooden altar is also in neo-Gothic style. The statues of the saints, once placed on the altar shelves, are now on display in the parish museum.
The Maundy Thursday procession still ends at the Mondanges chapel after vespers.
The chapel is equipped with the “Cultura a porte aperte” system of automated opening and narration.
Using the dedicated app, visitors can access the chapel where a narration accompanied by images and music introduces them to of the art and sacred architecture of Valgrisenche.
Note - this information is not directly connected to the Cammino Balteo path but it is part of the Aosta Valley tourist offer.