Rediscovering the Chapelle du Glacis: Treasures, Mysteries and Luxembourg Heritage

Discover the fascinating story of the first Glacis Chapel, built in 1625 and rediscovered in 2016.

This lecture, blending archaeology and history, unravels the remarkable journey of this humble chapel and explores how science continues to shed light on past mysteries. You’ll learn not only about its architecture and the crucial role of archaeology, even when history seems well-documented, but also about the discovery of graves that provide intriguing insights into Luxembourg’s socio-economic context in the 18th century.

Join us for a captivating journey that takes us from Father Brocquart and his “consolatrice” to French military history and the arrival of Luxembourg’s modern tramway.