Parish church of Siviriez
Near the choir, to the right of the tabernacle, is the "Marguerite Bays Chapel". A reliquary containing the Blessed's mortal remains is on display.
Outside, in the cemetery, has been preserved the tomb of Marguerite Bays and the cross-shaped stone that serves as a monument. It reads this inscription:
"She lived by doing good, her memory will remain blessed, revered sister, dear and tender godmother, do not forget those you left on earth.
Marguerite walked from La Pierra to the parish church to live Mass, the highlight of her day. On the way, she meditated on the mysteries of the Rosary and praised God in his Creation. Adorer of Jesus to the Blessed Sacrament, she loved to remain in His Presence at the foot of the tabernacle.
On Sundays, when it was not her turn to prepare dinner, Marguerite would attend the morning mass, then go for a coffee at the home of a friend of Siviriez's and return to the high mass.
Address and contact details
Church of Siviriez
Route de l'Eglise
1676 Siviriez
Opening hours :
In summer : every day from 7:30 am to 7:30 pm
In winter : every day from 8 am to 6.30 pm
Contact person
Father Maurice Genoud, Rector of Pilgrimage
Telephone: +41 26 656 13 12
E-mail address genoud.maurice@bluewin.ch
Access to the site
By car
A car park is located in front of the church.
By public transport
Take the train to Siviriez. Schedules.
Access for all
The church of Siviriez is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Other information
Chapel dedicated to Marguerite
Inside the church, on the right, there is a chapel dedicated to Marguerite Bays. There is a reliquary there.
Tomb of Marguerite
Marguerite Bays' tomb is located in the cemetery next to the church.
Schedules of celebrations at the church of Siviriez
Other places
Church of Siviriez
House of Marguerite Bays
Chapel Notre Dame du Bois
