Celles-sur-Belle Abbey

Description

Celles-sur-Belle royal abbey was founded in 1137. It was rebuilt in the 15th century and destroyed by Huguenots in 1568. The current abbey was reconstructed between 1660 and 1685 on the orders of Louis XIV.

Overlooking both the Belle Valley and beautiful French-style gardens, the majestic 17th-century convent buildings in the Louis XIV style house a museum where you can see the Abbot's room, a recreated monk's cell, and collections of religious objects and ecclesiastical clothing.

Address
Rue Belle Face 1, Celles-sur-Belle, France

Established
1660-1685

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