Abbaye bénédictine et son abbatiale
A landmark of Saint-Sever, don't miss this historic monument founded in 988, which is open to the public. The abbey is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the Pilgrim's Way to Santiago de Compostela.
Its abbey-church has preserved a rare 11th-century chevet with 7 staggered apses. Numerous destructions and reconstructions have transformed the church, whose interior has been completely renovated as in the 19th century. 77 Romanesque capitals and a tympanum adorn the building. Its romantic Cavaillé-Coll organ, housed in an 18th-century case, provides the perfect setting for services and concerts. The 17th-century cloister and chapter house, now the treasure room, are also open to the public.
In addition to the paid summer guided tours, you can rent a "Le Voyage de Guilhem" tablet from the Tourist Office for your own visit, and find out more about this remarkable edifice.
- Type: Historic site and monument
- Groups accepted
About
Categories
- Abbey
- Cloister
- Church
Ranking
- AVAP
- UNESCO world heritage
- Registered monuments and sites
Chains and labels
Opening times
All year
- Dimanche: from 08h00 to 19h00
- Lundi: from 08h00 to 19h00
- Mardi: from 08h00 to 19h00
- Mercredi: from 08h00 to 19h00
- Jeudi: from 08h00 to 19h00
- Vendredi: from 08h00 to 19h00
- Samedi: from 08h00 to 19h00
Prices
| Prices | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Basic price - full adult price | 5 € |
Means of payment
- Cheques and postal orders
- Chèques Vacances
- Cash
Facilities
- Animals not allowed
Situation
Access
- Road (national / local) D 933 - D 924 (Distance: 0 km)
Location:accessible on foot from the tourist office, in the town centre
Visit
- Information panel languages: French
- Guided tour
Languages tour
- French
Single
- Duration visit: 30 min (average)
Groups
- Duration visit: 60 min (average)