Chapel of Saint Bartholomew

This small wooden chapel was built in 1929 and is dedicated to Saint Bartholomew, patron saint and protector against wolves and bears. It was a gathering place for shepherds, who celebrated the saint there every year on 24 August, asking for his protection and bringing offerings of products from the mountain pastures.



Chapel of Saint Bartholomew

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This small wooden chapel was built in 1929 and is dedicated to Saint Bartholomew, patron saint and protector against wolves and bears. It was a gathering place for shepherds, who celebrated the saint there every year on 24 August, asking for his protection and bringing offerings of products from the mountain pastures.

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