Chapelle expiatoire

The Chapelle Expiatoire was one of our favorite sights in Paris. This small chapel was built by Louis XVIII to commemorate the place where Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette were unceremoniously buried, after their executions. A small altar in the lower section shows the exact spot the King’s body was recovered.

Can’t express how much I love this place. It’s totally beyond expectations! Petite indeed but tranquil and offering a sense of serenity. And I actually like the story of Marie-Thérèse Charlotte. Bringing a book or a sandwich and sitting in the surrounding park on a sunny afternoon is highly recommended. Oh, the staff are just kind and polite. I really did have a wonderful visit!

I read some of the comments on Google Maps that criticised the money paid for the little there seemingly is to see. Well, some of the reviewers weren't clearly paying attention. This is a place for contemplation and a place full of significance for a period of the history of France and Europe when enlightened monarchs saw their authority questioned and died at the guillotine. The importance of the place is further added by the fact that only in the early 20th century did the authorities finally put aside the idea of having it demolished. The architecture, the symbolism, are both beautiful.

It's an interesting and solemn site of where many royalists died. Its also interesting how it writes and frames things focusing on the supposed tragedy with the events also being the basis of modern french identity. Price is low and it's worth a look to complete a look into the revolutions; a fine hidden gem if you can withstand some monarchist leaning notes and visitors.

Chapel of French royalists, reminder of French Revolution and a little park around it. Pay attention to the nice building next to it with reliefs of animals on the facade. Beautiful.

Beautiful space! Seven euros to get in. Note: they close for lunch.

Place where Luis XVIII wish to remember the death of Luis XVI and Marie-Antoinette during the French Revolution. To be visited only if you have free time spare. Architectural particular interesting as the "winged hourglass"

Often neglected place in the French history, a gratifying surprise.