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Abbatiale Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Edme de Pontigny is a remarkable piece of French religious and architectural heritage. Locate it on the map, book a room nearby in a click, or add it to your travel list to build your itinerary.
About Abbatiale Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Edme de Pontigny
The Abbaye Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Edme de Pontigny is a beautiful 12th-century Cistercian abbey located in the village of Pontigny, in the Yonne department of France. It was founded in 1114 by a group of monks from Cîteaux, who sought to establish a new monastery in a remote and tranquil location. The abbey is considered to be one of the finest examples of Cistercian architecture in France, with its austere, yet elegant style. The church is particularly notable for its spacious interior, which features a series of ribbed vaults and pointed arches. The abbey also boasts a beautiful cloister, with columns and capitals decorated with intricate carvings. The abbey played an important role in French history, serving as a refuge for Thomas Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury, during his exile in the 12th century. Today, it is a popular destination for visitors interested in exploring France's rich religious and architectural heritage.
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