Historic site and monument

Benedictine Abbey of Ambronay

Ambronay

Benedictine Abbey of Ambronay
Bertrand Pichène
Description

Ambronay Abbey was founded in the early 9th century by St Bernard de Romans and was home to a community of Benedictine monks until the French Revolution. The abbey is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture with some of its buildings dating between the 11th and 15th centuries. Today the abbey is a centre for early classical and religious music and is well known for its annual baroque music festival which takes place during September and October.

During the early Middle Ages, Ambronay Abbey was self-governing, answering only to Rome. From 1282 onwards, it fell under the protection of the Dukes of Savoy. The abbey became involved in the border disputes between the Dukes and the King of France. This resulted in the abbey being heavily fortified. Today one can discover the Dauphine Tower, the Archives Tower, Saint Jacques and Saint Catherine’s Chapel and the cloister which houses a magnificent renaissance staircase. One can also see the chapter room and the sacristy which were central to monastic life.

The abbey is home to the Ambronay Cultural Centre which promotes religious and baroque music, with several concerts taking place throughout the year.

Tips

Free leaflet available at the reception of the Cultural Center, presenting tourist information.
Birthdays at the Abbey for 5 to 11 year olds.
The children spend a playful and educational afternoon, conducting activities on the site. Possible all year round.
Price: 90 € for 15 children - booking required.

Ouverture

From 02/01 to 30/06, daily between 9 am and 4 pm.

From 01/07 to 31/08, daily between 9 am and 6 pm.

From 01/09 to 31/12, daily between 9 am and 4 pm.
Closed exceptionally on December 25th.

Tarifs

Free access.
Group rate available for > 35 people.

Contact et accès
Place de l'Abbaye
01500 Ambronay
Ain (1)
Informations complémentaires
Équipements
  • Film room
  • Free car park
  • Coach parking
  • Parking nearby
  • Meeting room
  • Car park
  • Public WC
  • Defibrillator
  • Play area
  • Picnic area
  • Exhibition space
  • Entertainments room
  • Toilets
Activités
  • Handicrafts workshops
  • Temporary exhibition
  • Shows
  • Activity
  • Children's entertainment
  • Concert
Moyen de Paiement
  • Bank/credit card
  • Check
  • Travellers Cheque
  • Cash
  • Credit transfer
  • Online payment
  • Contactless payment
Langues parlées
  • English
  • French
Langues de visite
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
Animaux
  • Acceptés : Sauf chiens d'assistance
Visite
  • Durée moyenne (individuels) : 90 min

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