Eglise Saint-Jean-de-Malte
Eglise Saint-Jean-de-Malte
Eglise Saint-Jean-de-Malte
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Jim W
Sindelfingen, Germany8,579 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
The Church of St. John in Aix-en-Provence is a Gothic Roman Catholic church, the first in Provence. It was built in the 13th century, mostly in the 1270s. The church is currently under the ministry of a brotherhood of apostolic monks. While by far not amongst the gorgeous cathedrals of Europe, it is still impressive is its own right. My wife and I enjoyed taking to to visit it and enjoy it's serenity.
Written July 4, 2024
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Wesley C
Tucson, AZ10,285 contributions
Oct 2021
Gothic Roman Catholic church opened in 1272. Has an arrow-shaped bell tower built in 1376. At 220 ft tall, it's the highest point in Aix. Its Priory houses the Granet Museum. Didn't get to see the interior.
Written September 26, 2022
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Caltanissetta, Italy2,966 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
Surely in France, especially in Provence, there are a lot of beautiful city. Aix en Provence Is a no stress Little city, with cheap hotels and Restaurants.
Written June 1, 2019
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Patrick c
Sint Maarten, St Martin / St Maarten217 contributions
Feb 2020
good enthousiastic service , brand new Bells with a fantastic sound ...on a nice place next to musée granet
Written March 25, 2020
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M K
South Pasadena, CA78 contributions
Oct 2017 • Couples
Every European town has churches and cathedrals but this one is very interesting. Understanding the dates of the various additions starting with an ancient baptismal section makes this one to linger in. The altar elements are surprisingly modern.
Written October 19, 2017
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bjroyrn89
St. Catharines, Canada57 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
We visited Eglise Saint-Jean de Malte, beautiful church and we were lucky to hear the organist practice. Doors are only open for viewing when no services.
Written April 27, 2019
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290barriep
Sutton Benger, United Kingdom6 contributions
Sep 2018 • Solo
I am not a church goer but I do love architecture and this place is amazing, just to see the organ is a delight in itself. The fresco's are fabulous and overall I highly recommend this church for a visit and in summer its cool atmosphere makes a welcome break from the summer heat.
Written October 3, 2018
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on_the_go_98765
Tucson20,581 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
Our tour group brought us here early in our day's excursion. Not long into the look-see, we felt a compulsion to come back. Shake the group, come and explore ... that was the message we felt. And so we did.
Established in about the 1270's (13th century), this was the first Gothic Roman Catholic church in Aix. It wore several hats in its history, one of which was to serve as a hospice and chapel to the Knights Hospittalier who gave aid to pilgrims.
During the French Revolution, nary a church was spared and this church was ransacked, plundered, and reduced to becoming a military storage facility. All the art went off to the chopping block, so to speak.
In the 1800's (post-revolution, it was restored. Art was acquired and the majority of paintings which date to the 1600 and 1700's found their homes here. Apostolic monks are the order monitoring this church.
The whisper in our ears suggesting we come back seem to lead to the faded 13th century frescoes behind screens. We took a peek. Persecuted Jesus endured flaggelation and the pain was still palpable.
As we silently made our rounds, we saw an interesting and very contemporary painting of what looked to us to be the Familia Sagrada construction in Barcelona. The artwork assembled was of such an excellent quality.
This is a place best appreciated without timelines, pressure, or crowds. It is a very personal experience and the visitor needs time to appreciate the treasures within.
As an aside, we notice the Knights Templar styled cross outside in the fountain on the church top. The Crusades took place from 1095 to 1291 and this church, established in the 1270's, would have been contemporaneous.
Do stop in and spend some time absorbing the art and the frescoes. Listen to the whispers.
Established in about the 1270's (13th century), this was the first Gothic Roman Catholic church in Aix. It wore several hats in its history, one of which was to serve as a hospice and chapel to the Knights Hospittalier who gave aid to pilgrims.
During the French Revolution, nary a church was spared and this church was ransacked, plundered, and reduced to becoming a military storage facility. All the art went off to the chopping block, so to speak.
In the 1800's (post-revolution, it was restored. Art was acquired and the majority of paintings which date to the 1600 and 1700's found their homes here. Apostolic monks are the order monitoring this church.
The whisper in our ears suggesting we come back seem to lead to the faded 13th century frescoes behind screens. We took a peek. Persecuted Jesus endured flaggelation and the pain was still palpable.
As we silently made our rounds, we saw an interesting and very contemporary painting of what looked to us to be the Familia Sagrada construction in Barcelona. The artwork assembled was of such an excellent quality.
This is a place best appreciated without timelines, pressure, or crowds. It is a very personal experience and the visitor needs time to appreciate the treasures within.
As an aside, we notice the Knights Templar styled cross outside in the fountain on the church top. The Crusades took place from 1095 to 1291 and this church, established in the 1270's, would have been contemporaneous.
Do stop in and spend some time absorbing the art and the frescoes. Listen to the whispers.
Written September 25, 2018
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murmac2017
Toronto, Canada156 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
If the doors are open, go in. Marvel at the stained glass, the paintings and the architecture. Squint to admire the almost-faded fresco painting close to the entrance. You don’t have to be very observant to see that there are too many spots in need of skilled repair and renovation. Make it happen. This beautiful church deserves it. Be generous to the renovation fund. Keep history and beauty alive.
Written June 4, 2018
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Dan R
Herzliya, Israel657 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
Worth visiting, especially for the remarkable glass-work. It is located just near the Granet Museum, so if you visit the museum do not miss the opportunity to enter this church.
Written May 28, 2018
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Claudia N
Santa Rosa, California
Does anyone know if there are masses said there?
Written June 13, 2018
Yes there are; we accidentally walked in on one (and promptly backed out). There are also signs on the door asking people not to tour the church during mass. I did not take notice of when mass is held.
Written April 27, 2019
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