Visite guidée du toit (coque) de la chapelle

For an hour, accompanied by a cultural mediator, you can explore the roof (the shell) of the Notre-Dame du Haut chapel in Ronchamp. An unforgettable experience! This unique visit gives you the chance to discover a fascinating and often little-known aspect of this emblematic work by Le Corbusier.

The shell of the Notre-Dame du Haut chapel in Ronchamp is much more than just a roof. It is a monumental concrete sculpture that envelops the building like a second skin. This organic, expressive form, characteristic of Le Corbusier's style, revolutionised twentieth-century religious architecture. Far from straight lines and traditional structures, the shell of the chapel has fluid curves that seem to emerge naturally from the surrounding landscape.

Technically, the shell is designed like an aeroplane wing, made up of two 6-centimetre-thick concrete membranes separated by a 2.26-metre gap. This innovative design not only creates a unique aesthetic shape, but also optimises the structural strength of the whole. Visitors will have the opportunity to appreciate the complexity of this technical achievement, which illustrates Le Corbusier's ingenuity and commitment to architectural innovation.

This animation appeals to connoisseurs and architecture enthusiasts alike. By immersing yourself in this space, you'll have the opportunity to understand the chapel's construction system and discover a facet of it that is rarely accessible to the public. The mediator's explanations will enhance your visit, enabling you to grasp the artistic and technical issues that guided Le Corbusier in designing this work.