Abbey of Saint Aubin

Angers, France

Largely rebuilt in the 17th and 18th centuries, Saint Aubin’s old monastic buildings are now local government offices. On the left of the courtyard, you will see through the bay windows the cloister’s beautiful Romanesque gallery with its finely worked sculptures.

References:

Michelin

Address

Place Michel Debré 2, Angers, France

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Details

Founded: 966
Category: Religious sites in France
Historical period: Frankish kingdoms (France)

More Information

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Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Christine CHAPUIS (12 months ago)
Magnificent Saint-Aubin Tower in the heart of Angers with a beautiful exhibition of contemporary art of weavings and fabric sculptures with deep blues and aizome dyes. This exhibition would also have its place at the Jean Lurçat Museum in the weaving gallery.

Grégoire Drevez (2 years ago)
Currently under construction but reopening soon! Very pleasant from the outside, it contrasts with the paleness of the buildings. The place is otherwise very pleasant.

Kadwan (3 years ago)
Large tower, remains of an old monastery. Did not seem to be visitable during our visit

Philippe Chevalier (3 years ago)
The Abbey of Saint Aubin was very important and radiant throughout the west of France, a pity that no mention is made of the Prioriales estates, and in particular that of the commune of Avezé in Sarthe.

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