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Abbey of Abondance

Historic site and monument, Historic patrimony, Religious heritage, Sculpture, Fresco/wall painting, Abbey, Cloister, Church, Monastery, Organ, Religious site, Gothic, 12th C, 13th C, 14th C, 15th C, 16th C, 17th C, 18th C, Classified in Abondance

  • Awaken your senses at Abondance Abbey. Breathe in the tranquillity of its garden, be captivated by the colours of the medieval frescoes, and let yourself be carried away by the serenity of the stone walls. More than just a visit, it’s an enchanting escape in the heart of the mountains.

  • An immersive experience between sky and stone in the heart of the Chablais region. Proudly overlooking the village, Abondance Abbey is not merely a historic monument; it is a journey through the history of Savoy. Founded by canons from Saint-Maurice, this gem of Gothic art shines with its elegant architecture and serene atmosphere.

    A veritable open-air picture book, its medieval cloister houses a cycle of 15th-century murals of exceptional finesse, illustrating the life of the Virgin...
    An immersive experience between sky and stone in the heart of the Chablais region. Proudly overlooking the village, Abondance Abbey is not merely a historic monument; it is a journey through the history of Savoy. Founded by canons from Saint-Maurice, this gem of Gothic art shines with its elegant architecture and serene atmosphere.

    A veritable open-air picture book, its medieval cloister houses a cycle of 15th-century murals of exceptional finesse, illustrating the life of the Virgin Mary. Beneath the stone vaults, the silence invites contemplation, whilst the light plays across the arches.

    The tour continues in the former monastery with the exhibition ‘From History to Art: Sacred Heritage in the Abondance Valley’. Here you will discover a collection of precious objects and liturgical vestments, bearing witness to the abbey’s former influence. The abbey garden, meanwhile, offers a most pleasant, bucolic respite. This green oasis invites you to stroll and admire the architecture from a new perspective.

    Round off your visit with the abbey church, the spiritual heart of the site, home to treasures (decorations and woodwork) and exceptional acoustics.
    Whether you are a history buff, an art lover or simply seeking peace and quiet, Abondance Abbey offers an unmissable cultural stop, where the stone still seems to whisper the secrets of the monks who brought it to life.

    A bus park is available at the entrance to the village.

    Groups welcome all year round by prior arrangement.
    The site is partially accessible to people with reduced mobility.

    Picnics not permitted.

    Groups welcome on reservation.
  • Tips
    Workshops and treasure hunts for children. Exhibitions
  • Groups (Max capacity)
    • 50  Maximum number of people
Services
  • Accessibility
    • Mental disability
    • Not accessible in a wheelchair
    • Reserved space 330 cm wide < 100 m from the site
    • Reception staff sensitized to the reception of people with disabilities
    • Easy French documentation
  • Activities
    • Activity
    • Children's entertainment
    • Concert
    • Temporary exhibition
    • Entertainment evenings
    • Shows
    • Theatre
    • Handicrafts workshops
    • Permanent exhibition
    • History
    • Heritage
    • Discovery
    • Escape game
    • Restoration sites
    • Paintings graphic arts
    • Plastic arts
    • Religion
    • Glassware
    • Architecture
    • Calligraphy
  • Equipment
    • Free car park
    • Bicycle parking
    • Parking nearby
    • Coach parking
    • Car park
    • Public WC
    • Exhibition space
    • Toilets
  • Services
    • Guided individual tours
    • Unguided group tours
    • Guided group tours
    • Educational visits
    • Themed tour
    • Shop
    • Tourist brochures
    • Tourist information
    • Guided tours
    • Unguided individual tours
Rates
Payment methods
  • Check
  • Cash
  • Contactless payment
  • From October 1, 2025 to December 31, 2026
  • Full price
    6 €
  • Reduced price
    5 €

    • Students, jobseekers, disabled persons, families.

  • Group adults
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    • Contact us

  • Group children
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    • Contact us

    • DUO offer | Abbey and Maison du Fromage Abondance entrance: €10 per person aged 6 and over.
    Benefits available on presentation of proof of entitlement.

    Pass Léman France and Multipass Portes du Soleil | Free admission on presentation of cards.
Openings
  • From January 1, 2026
    until April 30, 2026
  • From May 1, 2026
    until June 30, 2026
  • From July 1, 2026
    until August 31, 2026
  • From September 1, 2026
    until September 30, 2026
  • From October 1, 2026
    until October 30, 2026
  • Monday
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday
    Closed
    -
  • Sunday
    Closed
    -
  • Monday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Monday
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Monday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday
    9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Monday
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday
    Closed
    -
  • Sunday
    Closed
    -
  • Annual closure from October 31 to December 20, 2026.
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