Abbaye de Fontevraud

The Royal Abbey of Fontevraud: A Millennium of History

Founded in 1101, the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud is one of the largest medieval monastic complexes in Europe, renowned for housing the necropolis of the Plantagenets, including Eleanor of Aquitaine. After centuries of religious life and a later chapter as a prison in the 19?? century, the abbey was restored and given a new purpose.

Today, it offers a unique accommodation experience through the Fontevraud L’Ermitage Hotel, located in the former Saint-Lazare priory, allowing guests to stay at the very heart of the monument.

Stay at the Fontevraud L’Ermitage Hotel

The rooms of the Fontevraud L’Ermitage Hotel are located at the heart of the Saint-Lazare Priory, within the grounds of the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud.

This 4-star hotel features rooms set within historic spaces, offering peace, comfort, and natural light.

Several room categories are available, including Comfort, Garden, and Duplex rooms, suitable for stays as a couple or with family. Access to the abbey is included, allowing guests to enjoy the site outside public opening hours.

A Gastronomic Table at the heart of the Abbey

The Restaurant of Fontevraud L’Ermitage, led by Chef Thibaut Ruggeri, is located at the very heart of the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud, within the Saint-Lazare Priory.

It offers refined French gastronomy crafted from local and seasonal products, with particular attention given to ingredients sourced from the abbey’s own kitchen garden.

Activities at Fontevraud: Heritage, Gastronomy and Loire Vineyards

The Abbey of Fontevraud offers a complete cultural experience combining monument visits, the discovery of the Plantagenet effigies, exhibitions, and cultural events.

On site, guests can enjoy lunch at the gastronomic restaurant or stay at the abbey’s hotel, with privileged access to the monument.

Fontevraud is also an ideal starting point for exploring the Loire Valley vineyards, particularly those of Saumur, Chinon, and Bourgueil.