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Napoleon's family crypt
The south wing of the chapel was built by the order of Napoleon III with inheritance money from the Cardinal. The goal was for it to be the imperial family's mausoleum. The building built in 1860 is classified as a historical monument and is not very impressive from the outside. The neo-Renaissance stone stands out the most. The most interesting part is the crypt which is circular inside and holds the ashes of the most prominent members of the family. The altar and stained glass are also impressive. Unfortunately the remains of Napoleon aren't here, they are in Paris. It is expected to reopen in
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