• Abbaye de Fontdouce

  • Abbaye de Fontdouce
  • Abbaye de Fontdouce
  • Abbaye de Fontdouce
  • Abbaye de Fontdouce
  • Abbaye de Fontdouce
  • Abbaye de Fontdouce
  • Abbaye de Fontdouce
  • Abbaye de Fontdouce
  • Abbaye de Fontdouce
  • Abbaye de Fontdouce
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Founded in 1111, the abbey is located in a green and peaceful valley. Exceptional in the area, it combines the austere Romanesque in the chapels and the luminous Gothic in the chapter house and the parlour. Fontdouce has been restored for more than 40 years and organizes each year exhibitions, concerts, training courses (songs, calligraphy…) and a lot of various animations.


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    More information

    Exhibitions and themed treasure hunts are organized throughout the season.
    For children, several treasure hunts are available:

    Game of stones:
    Colorful and mischievous, funny spirits, the Naïos, have ventured into the gardens of Fontdouce. It's up to you to find them, photograph them and, depending on your results, follow your ranking on Facebook!

    In search of the Abbey's treasures! (for ages 5-9):
    This fun trail lets children linger over the details of each of the Abbey's rooms while following the tour circuit. With the help of a necklace containing 15 laminated photos of the Abbey and its exterior, children will have to open their eyes wide to find out where the 15 photos were taken from.

    Petits Meurtres à Fontdouce! (ages 9-13):
    In 1305, just as the King of France was about to meet the future Pope in the greatest secrecy at Fontdouce, a novice was found dead in the gardens... Who could have had it in for this young man who was soon to become a monk? What was the motive?
    It's up to you to discover the culprit from among the 6 suspects, using the various riddles and clues to be found in the Abbey's rooms.

    And let's not forget "On the Trail of the Templars" and "A Curious Legacy", outdoor escape games for more experienced players! Reservations required, for groups of 3 or more.

    Facilities & services

    Picnic area
    Auditorium
    Exhibition space
    Meeting room
    Toilets
    Car park
    Free car park
    Tourist brochures
    Available for private hire
    Coach access
    Shop
    Room hire
    Themed tour
    Guided tours
    Educational visits
    Pets welcome

    Environment

    In the country Close to GR footpath View over the vineyards

    Opening time

    From 04/04 to 30/06/2026 on Monday from 10.30 am. On Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends.

    Prices & payment methods

    7€ adult / 5.50€ student / 5€ child / free -3years old 15€ / pers for Escape game 9.5€ / pers for guided tour
    Bank/credit card
    Check
    Travellers Cheque
    Cash

    Room rental

    Convention Family Reception/drinks reception Exhibition/trade fair Seminar/meeting
    Chair Stage Screen Table High bar Round table Rectangular table Video projector Wifi in room

    • Saint-Bris-des-Bois

      Garden of the Abbey of Fontdouce

      The park of the abbey of Fontdouce is wonderful natural place to visit. Located in a small valley, Fontdouce is a haven of peacefulness and serenity.