But in fact... what is an abbey? Follow us to discover all the secrets of the Abbey of Abondance!

Guided tour for children: Abbey of Abondance Abondance

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Abondance (74360)
Animals not allowed
Activity on request

Our mediator offers you an interactive tour with mime, exchanges and also handling of models for the older ones, in the heart of the old Abbey of Abondance. Discover the many artistic treasures of the site, sacred art objects, wall paintings...
History, architecture but also monastic life are all themes that fit perfectly with the programme.
For secondary schools, medieval society and the constitution of a seigneury are also presented.

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    Prices

    Group children: 4 to 4.50 €.


    Free of charge: 3 accompanying persons per class.

    Methods of payment accepted : Bank/credit card, Check, Cash, Credit transfer

    Reception

    Animals not allowed
    Languages spoken : French

    Dates

    All year round, daily.

    Activity on request

    Services
    • Accompanied
    • Weekdays
    • Introductory/discovery

    Access

    Abbaye d'Abondance Place de l'Abbatiale 74360 Abondance
    Start near : Abondance (74360)

    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

    Information update on 02/04/2024 by Office de Tourisme Leman Mountains Explore