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Abbey of Bonport

Religious building in Pont-de-l'Arche
From :  4€ Full-fare
  • Located 25 minutes south of Rouen in a big park overlooking the river Seine, this Cistercian abbey was founded in 1189 by Richard the Lionheart. He almost drowned in the river Seine and would have vowed to build a monastery where he would be able to reach land safely. The abbey was sold as national property in 1791. Some monastic buildings from the Middle-Ages are still visible today: the Chapter House, the workshop, the cellar, the kitchens and the 13th century vaulted refectory. Don't...
    Located 25 minutes south of Rouen in a big park overlooking the river Seine, this Cistercian abbey was founded in 1189 by Richard the Lionheart. He almost drowned in the river Seine and would have vowed to build a monastery where he would be able to reach land safely. The abbey was sold as national property in 1791. Some monastic buildings from the Middle-Ages are still visible today: the Chapter House, the workshop, the cellar, the kitchens and the 13th century vaulted refectory. Don't wait, go and explore this jewel of a Norman Abbey!
  • Spoken languages
    • French
    • English
Services
  • Activities
    • Temporary exhibitions
  • Equipment
    • Baby changing room
    • Family Parking
    • Reception room
    • Toilets
Rates
Payment methods
  • Carte Bleue/Credit card
  • Cheques and giro cheques
  • Cash
  • Rates
  • Standard rate - adult full price
    From 4 € to 6 €
  • Child rate
    From 0 €
Openings
  • From May 4, 2025
    until September 28, 2025
  • Monday
    Closed
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  • Tuesday
    Closed
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  • Wednesday
    Closed
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  • Thursday
    Closed
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  • Friday
    Closed
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  • Saturday
    Closed
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  • Sunday
    2:00 PM - 6:30 PM