Val de Sioule

Abbaye Saint-Vincent

The Chantelle Abbey served the Castle of the Bourbon Dukes which was razed by Richelieu in 1635. For more than 50 years, the Benedictine Sisters have been creating cosmetic producs, sold in the store. Eglises Arc en ciel.

Free visit with document and information panel, of the Romano-Auvergnate church (MH) of the former canons' priory. Guided tour as part of the visits organized by the Tourist Office. The Chantelle Abbey served the Castle of the Bourbon Dukes which was razed by Richelieu in 1635. In 1853, the church and the religious buildings were taken over by a community of Benedictine sisters who live on the site, splitting their time between prayer and work. For more than 60 years, they have been creating a range of cosmetic products, sold in the store.
The abbey is on the GR 300 (Santiago de Compostela Road), pilgrims and hikers can benefit from a monastic welcome.

Documents

Languages spoken

  • French
Services & equipments
  • Parking nearby
  • Free car park
  • Bicycle parking
  • Car park
  • Public WC
  • Picnic area
  • Shop
  • Guided tours
Tariffs & payment

Free entry.

Means of payment

  • Check
  • Bank/credit card
  • Cash
Opening period

From 01/01 to 31/12/2024
on Monday between 2 pm and 4.45 pm. On Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 9.45 am and 11.30 am and between 2 pm and 4.45 pm. On Saturday and Sunday between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.

From 01/01 to 31/12/2025
on Monday between 2 pm and 4.45 pm. On Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 9.45 am and 11.30 am and between 2 pm and 4.45 pm. On Saturday and Sunday between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.

Visit

Individual

  • Unguided individual tours available permanently
  • Guided individual tours on request

Groups

  • Guided group tours on request