Founded in the 12th century by canons and occupied by Cistercian monks from the 17th century, the Abbey of Abondance was abolished in 1761. It reveals the power of a gothic mountain architecture and conceals fabulous artistic treasures.
The Abbey of Abondance offers groups of mentally handicapped people an adapted visit on the theme of "discovering art in the Middle Ages" (program attached).
A bus park is available at the entrance to the village.
Groups welcome all year round by prior arrangement.
The site is partially accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Picnics not permitted.
Groups on reservation.
Tips
Workshops and treasure hunts for children. Exhibitions
History, culture and heritage
Activities, visits, conferences, etc. are offered throughout the year at Abondance Abbey.
Reduced priceStudents, jobseekers, disabled persons, families.
Supplement for guided tour (6-18 years): €2.50
4.50€
Duo" offer Admission to the Maison du Fromage + Abbey of Abondance: €9 per person aged 6 and over.
Advantages granted on presentation of specific cards (contact us).
Pass Léman France and Multipass Portes du Soleil: free entry on presentation of cards.
From the shores of Lake Geneva, access via RD22 or detour via Plateau de Gavot (depending on season), towards Vallée d'Abondance (approx.40 min).
Free parking, electric recharging points, bicycle parking.
Entrance to the site is at Place de l'abbatiale, in the heart of the village.
Access to the church is independent (no visits during services).
On foot: from the village center, walk to Place de l'Abbatiale along the “Montée du Cloître” past the town hall and presbytery, then under the porch. The entrance to the site, located on the square, is a little further up on the right.
Accessible by car from the church square.
Parking available at the entrance or in the village center.