St-Florent-le-Vieil Abbey

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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.

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

Established
14th century

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