Whether you prefer self-guided visits, guided tours or fun activities, there are many ways to discover the Abbey !
Many events are on offer for the whole family throughout the year!
► Self-guided visits...
You’ll find various documents about the architecture, paintings and sculptures to give you the key information during your visit.
"The monks' treasure"
A unique way to discover the abbey. With a guide in hand, set out in search of the Monks' treasure.
A treasure hunt you can do with family and friends... not to be missed!
Tariff : 1,50 €
► Guided tours…
There's nothing better than a guided tour to give you a better understanding of life in a mountain monastery and to appreciate the medieval architecture and the artistic treasures.
Duration: 1h15
Visit includes: The church, the cloister and religious art exhibition.
New in 2012 :
"Visits by candlelight"
Visiting the Abbey by candlelight, what a perfect way to spend a great moment with family and friends while discovering the abbey.
From16/02/12 to 08/03/12, on Thursdays at 6pm.
In July and August, every thursday at 9pm.
Adults : 4,50 €
6-12 ans : 3 €
free for under 6yrs.
► The bonuses:
Brochures available in foreign languages (Italian, Spanish, English, Dutch and German).
Our information desk has activity books available for children to help them discover the treasures in the Abbey.
The church and the cloister are specially equipped with access ramps for handicapped people. However, please note that the cloister floor is uneven and some people may well need assistance.
► As a family:
Treasure hunt “on the tracks of Giacomo the Cherub’’
During school holidays, a treasure hunt is organised in order to find where Giacomo the little angel is hiding, somewhere in the Abbey: have fun while you're exploring the Abbey!
Wednesdays at 10am
Please ensure you book the day before – call 04 50 81 60 54. Minimum 4 people.
Adults: 4,50€ / 6-12 yrs: 3€ / free for under 6yr olds
Night-time treasure hunt "Searching for the Monks' treasure"
Help find the Monks’ treasure! The answer to each of the riddles enables you to get one step closer to the treasure.
Fridays
Please ensure you book the day before – call 04 50 81 60 54. Minimum group of 4 people.
Adults: 4,50€ / 6-12 yrs: 3€ / free for under 6yr olds
► Workshops 6-12 yr-olds:
Workshop “Les petits enlumineurs”
Your children can try their hand at the art of calligraphy and illumination to make an object that they will be able to take home.
Thusdays at 10am
Booking required the day before – call 04 50 81 60 54
Price: 6€ For card holders: 5€
Numbers are limited.
Workshop “Les petits fresquistes"
Your children can learn different painting techniques and will make a small fresco they will be able to take home.
Tuesdays at 9:30am
Booking required the day before – call 04 50 81 60 54
Price: 6€
For card holders: 5€
Numbers are limited.
