A UNESCO World Heritage site, this 12th-century abbey is a stunning example of Romanesque architecture, nestled in the picturesque Gorges de l'Hérault.
Currency
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Best time to visit
April to October
Languages
French
Coordinates
43.733°, 3.467°
Key facts
1The abbey is one of the most complete examples of a Romanesque monastery in Europe
2It was founded by Guilhem of Gellone, a nobleman who became a monk and is now venerated as a saint
3The abbey's cloister is one of the largest and best-preserved in France
Timeline
1100: Founding of the abbey by Guilhem of Gellone
1123: Dedication of the abbey church
1532: Dissolution of the abbey during the French Revolution
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Abbey of Saint Guilhem
A UNESCO World Heritage site, this 9th-century abbey is a stunning example of Romanesque architecture.