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Fontevraud L'Abbaye Royale
Founded in 1101, Fontevraud L'Abbaye Royale remains the largest surviving monastic complex from the Middle Ages. The reclining effigies of Eleanor of Aquitaine, Henry II, and Richard the Lionheart offer a reminder of its close links with the Plantagenet kings. Converted into a prison between 1804 an 1963, it was then designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the Loire Valley. Please see http://www.fontevraud.fr/ for more information. Put Fontevraud L'Abbaye Royale into our Fontevraud-l'Abbaye trip itinerary planner to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Fontevraud-l'Abbaye.
Fontevraud L'Abbaye Royale reviews
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We drove an hour and a half to get there only to find they were closed for the day, even when their online schedule said they were open. (Nov. 3 2022) It’s important to let visitors know when you’re..... more
We drove an hour and a half to get there only to find they were closed for the day, even when their online schedule said they were open. (Nov. 3 2022) It’s important to let visitors know when you’re..... more »
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A fascinating historical site and I was surprised how calm and quiet the whole experience was. We also had lunch at the cafe and the salad was very good quality. I really enjoyed the story boards I.... more
A fascinating historical site and I was surprised how calm and quiet the whole experience was. We also had lunch at the cafe and the salad was very good quality. I really enjoyed the story boards I.... more »
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Beautiful Gothic Abbey with a pretty good Modern art museum also. There was a Monet exhibition when I visited with friends; this was exceptional!! Lovely grounds, Abbey is well maintained and preserved. Some interpretation is in English, but this is inconsistent throughout. The history about the abbey being a prison etc was interesting too! Cafe in the grounds is good value, and there is good ice cream shop just outside the gates. Recommend a visit if you’re in the area.
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Interesting Abbey by its history - especially the part where it was converted to a prison. Very well maintained, with special expositions, some coffee place outside, wine bar, hotel and upscale restaurant (1* Michelin). English translations were rare. Visit time anywhere from 1,5h to 2h at least. Parking nearby, free of charge.
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