THE CHAPEL NOTRE-DAME LA BRUNE, A FORGET TREASURE !

The « Notre Dame de la Brune » chapel was closed in the 1980s because of safety reasons following recommendation of the Architect of the Buildings of France (« ABF » organisation). In spite of several maintenance and restoration works, the chapel has been damaged over time.

The paintings in the chapel were made between the 16th and 19th centuries. These paintings are classified as Historical Monuments. These old paintings covering the entire walls of the chapel stand for rare examples and needed to be preserved and shared as a heritage treasure.

The total cost of the renovation is estimated at 1.4 million euros. General studies were completed in 2023, and detailed studies began in 2024. The goal is to submit the building permit during the year to launch the sponsorship campaign in 2025. An envelope of 700,000 euros must be allocated to urgent work and site and painting security. We are currently seeking sponsors to fund this first phase of work.
A second phase of work will focus on the restoration of the oldest paintings.

We are actively looking for any kind of contribution to this project:

  •  Enter the association and, if you want, take administrative responsibility (treasurer, fundraising, communication, management, etc.).
  •  Volunteer activity to keep the chapel alive, organize guided tours with safety rules, etc.
  •  Various donations and sponsorship.

You can contact the association on the website or directly with the email address contact@chateaudubarroux.com.

THE RESTORATION PROJECT CONTRIBUTORS:

As part of the first phase of the restoration project, general and then detailed studies are being conducted until the second half of 2024. These studies focus on the paintings, furniture, and structure of the building. They are an essential prerequisite for the work. The partners who are supporting us both technically and financially during this first phase are presented below:

  • Regional Directorate of Cultural Affairs PACA: grant.
  • Departmental Council of Vaucluse: grant.
  • Emile Garcin – French luxury real estate: patronage.