Saint-Pierre-sur-Dives Abbey, Saint-Pierre-sur-Dives, France

The Abbey Church of Saint-Pierre-sur-Diveswas was rebuilt in the 12th century and 13th centuries and restored and modified in the 16th and 17th centuries, replacing the former abbey church built in 1011 by William the Conqueror's aunt, Countess Lesceline. The church was entirely restored in the 16th century. By that time it got its general current appearance: a long main nave with two aisles and five radiating chapels, in the gothic style.

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mabille frederic (7 months ago)
She will soon celebrate her 1000th birthday. You have to see it, stroll through the cloister, meditate (or not) in this exceptional place of worship

Orkiskara (8 months ago)
A magnificent Abbey steeped in history. Place to see!

François Durand (2 years ago)
Very good and a quiet visit, under the late afternoon sun of Normandy.

S Tesniere (2 years ago)
Nice

Danielle Lambert (3 years ago)
Beautiful tour commented by a very interesting and very friendly person

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