Monastir del Camp, Passa, France

Monastir del Camp ('The Monastery Camp') was, according a legend, founded by the request of Charlemagne after his victory over the Saracens in 785. Historically, the Priory of Monastir del Camp was founded in 1116 by the Augustine canons to the premises of Artal II , bishop of Elne. Thereafter, the priory became a Benedictine monastery, which will remain in operation until 1786.

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Jean-pierre Martel (8 months ago)
Magnificent site, full of history. The visit is commented by a person who has great knowledge of the place.

Sandra U. (10 months ago)
Great discovery, €3 entry, broadcast of an explanatory video, impressive collection of Christ's crosses, beautiful building in the middle of the vineyards.

Anna Serra (2 years ago)
Monastery with a Gothic cloister, with an entrance to the Romanesque church with capitals of the Master of Cabestany, the interior of the church has not been restored

Claudine Nappé (2 years ago)
A place to discover! He's fabulous. the explanations of the passionate person who watches over this place are full of anecdotes and knows how to perfectly convey to us his passion for this sublime Priory. The little film is fun and well made. Christ's collection is unique!!! Thank you for this splendid discovery.

Miklos Tomka (2 years ago)
Nice if you are in the area. Not worth as a place to drive from a distance

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