Sauvelaude Abbey Church

Sauvelade, France

Sauvelaude Abbey was established in 1127 by Count Gaston IV. The abbey was burned down by Protestant army in 1569, but the church was spared and restored later.

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Founded: 1127
Category: Religious sites in France
Historical period: Birth of Capetian dynasty (France)

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María del Pilar Tablado Morón (7 months ago)
Beautiful and well preserved Abbey and Church from the 12th century. Very good stonework factory with excellent acoustics. It consists of the main altar and two side chapels Its existence in the place is surprising. Nearby is a memorial to the soldiers of the 14th.
jacques pila (11 months ago)
Extraordinary Church, on the other hand the video commentary is an infamous soup served by politicians in search of recognition. As usual… we would have simply liked a historical explanation.
Marc Renard (12 months ago)
Superb church, very well restored! However, the film broadcast on the vault of the heart while the place is sacred is scandalous, especially since it starts even though people are gathering and what's more, it's totally uninteresting... the first 5 minutes have nothing to do with it. no interest ! hearing about the municipal council, the mayor, the factory we don't care... In short, it could very well have been put on a screen in the background without imposing itself on everyone...
Emna save (12 months ago)
Very beautiful abbey, according to the gîte above (great little restaurant by the way), the mayor is keen not to close at night to shelter pilgrims in need. I was able to sleep sheltered from the rain, in a duplex. Awesome. A big thank-you. Take care of this place.
JM FSR (3 years ago)
Passage du GR65. Lieu de tranquillité et de paix
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