The abbey of Fontevraud waas founded in 1101 by preacher Robert of Arbrissel. Men and women were separated and the abbey was led by a woman, the abbess of…
17th and 18th century buildings separating the monastic city from the village.
17th and 18th century buildings separating the monastic city from the village.
Monastic city with the romanesque kitchens on the right.
Saint Benedict chapel, 12th century.
Saint Benedict chapel, 12th century.
Saint Benedict chapel, 12th century.
Dining hall.
Dining hall.
Dining hall.
Dormitories.
Dormitories.
