St-Florent-le-Vieil Abbey

Saint-Florent-le-Vieil, France

The abbey of St-Florent-le-Vieil was originally established already in the 6th century. It was a strong and wealthy abbey until attacked by Normans several times between 850-853. The abbey was left to decay over centuries until 1637 when monks restored it. It was damaged again during the French Revolution 1790-1793.

References:

St-Florent-le-Vieil official website

Address

Rue Charles de Renneville 15-17, Saint-Florent-le-Vieil, France

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Details

Founded: 14th century
Category: Religious sites in France
Historical period: Late Capetians (France)

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Patrice BITAUD (15 months ago)
Very beautiful view of the Loire

Lily-Rose Duchamp (2 years ago)
Very nice programming and super educational welcome! A place to absolutely discover!

Mélissa Brouart (2 years ago)
I loved this beautiful place, both the abbey and the exterior. Superb panoramic view. It's worth the detour !

Jean Conquer (3 years ago)
The Saint-Florent-le-vieil abbey is an essential place to visit to remember the Vendée War. The column reminds us that it was here that the Vendée army crossed the Loire. It is here that the Catholic and royal army granted pardon to the prisoners of the Republican army. This deeply Catholic act is immortalized by the famous statue of David in the abbey church. The Republicans, on the other hand, responded by massacring the Vendée residents, survivors, women and children. The French Republic forever bears the stain of its original crime.

Claude Colineau (4 years ago)
Very beautiful abbey In a very beautiful setting

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