Bonnefontaine Abbey

Blanchefosse-et-Bay, France

Bonnefontaine Abbey was founded in 1152 by the lord of Rumigny. It was abandoned in 1790 and left to decay. Today some ruins of original abbey remains as well as 17th century other buildings.

Address

Bonne Fontaine Ancienne Abbaye 3, Blanchefosse-et-Bay, France

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Details

Founded: 1152
Category: Religious sites in France
Historical period: Birth of Capetian dynasty (France)

Rating

3.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Mark Verbeek (2 years ago)
Closed for visitors

leigh betteridge (2 years ago)
Historic ruins over looking beautiful countryside and lakes

Rhubarbe (3 years ago)
Walking around the old abbey is very relaxing ?

Hilde schram (3 years ago)
Can't visit anymore

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