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Fontevraud L'Abbaye Royale, Fontevraud-l'Abbaye

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Must see · Architectural Building · Religious Site

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.

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By ShaunH290

At the end of a week of visiting the Châteaux of the Loire Valley, this was the icing on the cake! The whole site is huge and has been used for various purposes, including unfortunately a prison, but.... more »
By bebsaurus_13

We visited the monumental and historically fascinating Abbey to start our trip in the Loire Valley and it was a great introduction to the region. The building, having survived many tumultous... more »
By KeefM_11

You don't have to be a history buff to be amazed by this place. Anyone with the slightest amount of curiosity can find that this place is the centre of the medieval universe. This isn't some dull... more »

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By IRIS Dinkovic

Worth visiting and not too expensive even if you are a big family! In case you don't take a guided tour you will be able to find out a lot about the place because it has digital displays and boards with descriptions and information. It offers a game for kids, so they can enjoy visit too. Toilets are very clean. Parking is quite big and very close to the abbey.

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By Liz Haggan

An interesting and historic visit. Lovely grounds and gardens. Henry II, Eleanor of Aquitaine buried at this abbey.

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By Richard Hill

I last visited Fontevraud-l'Abbaye 43 years ago and much has changed for the better. It's much more loved than it was. I still love the effigies.

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By Alejandro Godoy

The most, if not one of the most, biggest abbeys in Europe. Near other good places and châteaus in Loira Valley. Recommended.

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By Carolina Isambert

Phenomenal. Self-guided tour, yes. Absolutely must see. The town is wonderful for lunch. It’s worth 3 hours for the whole experience.

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