Saint Bartholomew's chapel in la Thuile village

La Thuile de Vulmix village is perched on the Roignais slopes at an altitude of 1,289m. The chapel dedicated to St Bartholomew was rebuilt in 1679 where an older, run-down church had once stood. St Bartholomew is the patron saint of butchers, tanners, glove makers, binders and curriers. The chancel and ante-chancel are separated by a walnut chancel screen crowned with a rood beam (1681) bearing decoration of Christ on the cross and statues of the Virgin Mary and St John. The small colourful altarpiece is attributed to Etienne Fodéré, a local sculptor from Maurienne who fashioned many of the sculptures around the valley. It is graced with various statues of saints whom villagers call on to protect them from various ills. Open daily for unaccompanied visits. For guided tours, please contact the Tourist Offices of Bourg St Maurice les ArcsTel.: +33 (0)4 79 07 12 57