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Abbaye aux Dames, la cité musicale -
Abbaye aux Dames, la cité musicale -
Abbaye aux Dames, la cité musicale -
Abbaye aux Dames, la cité musicale -
Abbaye aux Dames, la cité musicale -
Abbaye aux Dames, la cité musicale
A former Benedictine abbey founded in 1047, the Abbaye aux Dames was the first women's monastery in Saintonge. Discover the thousand-year-old history of this essential place in the city of Saintes.
More information
Equipped with 3D sound headphones, the sound journeys invite you on an original exploration, from the cloister to the bell tower. The audioguide will take you on a detailed tour of the site's thousand-year-old history, while specialist heritage guides will tell you all about the Abbey and its secrets on friendly, family-friendly tours. With the musical siestas, the Abbaye aux Dames immerses you in its musical universe from the comfort of a deckchair. Young and old alike can become an ephemeral orchestra on the carousel. Or maybe you'd prefer to play games to capture sounds and fantastic creatures and compose your own melody?
Whatever your choice, whether you're on your own, with your family or with friends, enjoy an original adventure!
Whatever your choice, whether you're on your own, with your family or with friends, enjoy an original adventure!
Facilities & services
Auditorium
Exhibition space
Meeting room
Toilets
Car park
Free car park
Coach parking
Wi-fi
Free WiFi access
Tourist brochures
Tourist information
Available for private hire
Coach access
Shop
Online shop
Room hire
Guided tours
Environment
Town location In centre of town Pedestrian area Waterside Riverside Close to a public transportation Bus stop < 500 m City bike station < 500 m Cycle track/route within 500 m Close to a motorway Panoramic view
Opening time
From 01/09 to 30/09/2025 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 10 am and 6 pm.
From 01/10 to 22/12/2025 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 1 pm and 6 pm.
From 01/10 to 22/12/2025 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 1 pm and 6 pm.
Prices & payment methods
Bank/credit card
Check
Travellers Cheque
Cash
Online payment
Credit transfer
Room rental
Concert/events Family Reception/drinks reception Exhibition/trade fair Seminar/meeting
Chair Stage Screen Microphone Speaker pulpit Table Video projector Wifi in room
