Sainte-Gauburge Priory, Saint-Cyr-la-Rosière, France

The Sainte-Gaubuge priory was originally a hamlet, which is very well preserved. All the houses are located around the priory. The church building dates from the 13th, 15th and 18th century. The canons of St. Denis are at the origin of the most beautiful architecture sites. Rich carved decorations (13th and 15th century), the house of the prior has magnificent chimneys listed (15th century), and the vaults (13th century) are worth of seeing. Guided tours are available.

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Virginie OLIVIER (10 months ago)
Today's visit to the ecomuseum and the Priory. Very nice surprise! A very interesting museum that highlights objects relating to the different trades that could be found in the region. They are well preserved. Very enjoyable visit to the priory. The site is perfectly maintained, the welcome is very friendly and warm (I'm talking about the staff and not the outside temperature which was also warm that day). We really enjoyed stopping to play some family games in the prior's home. I highly recommend this tour!

JEAN MARIE RIEBERT (14 months ago)
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Hervé (3 years ago)
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Leo H (4 years ago)
This is a fascinating museum showing an insight into farm life in the Perche

pierre Mounier (4 years ago)
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