• Historic site and monument

Abbey of Abondance

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Founded in the 12th century by canons and occupied by Cistercian monks from the 17th century, the Abbey of Abondance was abolished in 1761. It reveals the power of a gothic mountain architecture and conceals fabulous artistic treasures.

Historic site and monument Abbey of Abondance Abondance

About

Abondance (74360)
Animals not allowed
Unguided individual tours available permanently
Guided individual tours available permanently
Average duration of an individual visit : 01h00

Founded in the 12th century, the Abbey has left its mark on the Abondance valley. The monastic buildings, where the monks lived, still bear witness to the power of the Abbey in the Middle Ages.
Transported back to medieval Savoy thanks to the 15th century wall paintings which adorn the cloister, you will be seduced by the peacefulness of the place.
The exhibition "From history to art: sacred heritage in the Abondance valley" invites you to explore, in part of the old convent buildings, the collection of sacred art made up of exceptional objects.
As you enter the abbey church, with its Gothic mountain architecture, you will be amazed by the trompe-l'oeil decorations from the 19th century and the rich furniture.
Independent access to the church, according to the opening hours defined by the parish.

For groups all year round on reservation.
GPPS guided tour.

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    Prices

    Full price: 5.50 €
    Reduced price: 4.50 € (Family, student, person with a disability).

    Free entry for children < 6 years.
    Group rate available for > 10 people.

    Duo" offer Admission to the Maison du Fromage + Abbey of Abondance: €9 per person aged 6 and over.
    Advantages granted on presentation of specific cards (contact us).

    Pass Léman France and Multipass Portes du Soleil: free entry on presentation of cards.

    Methods of payment accepted : Bank/credit card, Check, Travellers Cheque, Cash, Credit transfer, Connect Travellers Cheque, Contactless payment, Culture Pass

    Reception

    Animals not allowed
    Languages spoken : English, French
    Languages of documentation : Italian, Dutch, German, English, Spanish, French
    Languages visits : French
    Languages informatives signs : German, English, French

    People with reduced mobility can access the church and cloister, but must be accompanied to enter the monastery and the exhibition.
    From history to art: sacred heritage in the Vallée d'Abondance.
    A coach park has been provided at the entrance to the monastery, but wheelchair users will need to be accompanied to gain access to the church and cloister entrances.

    For your visit, you can scan a QR code to access the tour booklet from your smartphone (remember to download a QR code reader) - available in several languages.

    Groups welcome all year round by prior arrangement. To find out more about our special offers for adult and children's groups, please visit our website or contact our team. Catalogues available on request.

    Picnics not permitted.

    Labels and rating

    Gothic
    12th C
    13th C
    14th C
    15th C
    16th C
    17th C
    18th C
    Classified at the monuments and historic sites

    Services
    • Educational visits
    • Themed tour
    • Shop
    • Tourist brochures
    • Tourist information
    Equipments
    • Car park
    • Free car park
    • Coach parking
    • Parking
    • Public WC
    • Exhibition space
    • Toilets
    Activities
    • Handicrafts workshops
    • Temporary exhibition
    • Shows
    • Children's entertainment

    Access

    Place de l'Abbatiale 74360 Abondance

    By car: From the banks of Lake Geneva, take the D22 towards the Abondance valley.
    On foot: from the centre of the village, head towards the Place de l'Abbatiale along the "Montée du Cloître", which runs alongside the town hall and presbytery, then under the porch. The entrance to the site, on the square, is a little further up on the right.
    Accessible by car from the church square.
    Car parks located at the entrance or in the centre of the village.
    Bus line Colombus (Vallée d'Abondance) and line 12 Thonon-les-Bains - Châtel.

    • Mental disability
    Mental Disability

    More informations

    Information update on 16/04/2024 by Office de Tourisme Leman Mountains Explore