Saint Catherine's Chapel

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Description

The Chapelle Sainte Catherine is a Roman Catholic chapel located in Hombourg-Haut, in the historic region of Lorraine.

Built by the knight Simon of Hombourg between 1250 and 1270, it initially was a private chapel, surrounded by the buildings of the knights' castle. Its towers and walls made up the outer part of a big medieval castle. The chapel was renovated in 1706, 1897 and 1984.

Religious sites in FranceAll sites in Hombourg-HautLate Capetians

Address
Rue de la Chapelle 28, Hombourg-Haut, France

Established
1250-1270

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