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Overview
Visit the Royal Abbey, located in the little town called Fontevraud-l'Abbaye, and plunge into 1000 years of French history!Founded in 1101 by Robert d'Arbrissel, the Abbey gained prestige thanks to the Plantagenets dynasty: Henry II, King of England, his wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine, previously Queen of France, and also their son Richard the Lionheart, who made the Abbey of Fontevraud a royal burial place. The Abbey of Fontevraud was then converted into prison under Napoleon from 1804 to 1963, then in 2000 listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site and today combines heritage, living spaces, and contemporary artistic creation.During your visit to this exceptional site, you can enjoy a meal at a Michelin-starred restaurant (at your own expense) set around the cloisters in a peaceful atmosphere.
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Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud
Experience
Inclusions
- Entrance ticket to Fontevraud Abbey
Venues
- Loire Valley and Castles
The Loire Valley, a Unesco World Heritage Site, is located just a short ride from Paris and is known for its magnificent castles, its picturesque villages, sophisticated cities and outstanding wines. There are over 300 castles in the Valley ranging from fortified castles of the 10th century to beautiful residences constructed during the 15th and 16th century.
- Fontevraud Abbey
The Royal Abbey of Our Lady of Fontevraud is one of the largest monastic cities from the Middle Ages. Situated in a green valley by the Loire River, the Abbey was founded in 1101 by the itinerant preacher Robert of Arbrissel. Listed as a Historic Monument in 1840, the Abbey is also recognized, together with the whole Loire Valley, as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000.
Additional Information
- Services available: bicycle parking, loan of wheelchairs for disabled visitors, changing tables, lockers
- Visit one of the largest monastic cities of the Middle Ages
- Free admission for those aged under 18 and students (with ID) under 25
- Discover another aspect of the history of France
- Photo credit: © David Darrault
- Walk in the footsteps of Eleanor of Aquitaine
Extras Available
If the displayed extras are not bookable via our website, you can book and pay locally within the destination
Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
No refund is possible if you cancel.