A 11th-century foundation in France: Abbaye de Seuilly

A 11th-century foundation in France: Abbaye de Seuilly

Step back in time at Abbaye de Seuilly, an 11th-century foundation in France, with its cellars dating from the 12th to the 15th century.

Abbaye de Seuilly, located in the town of Seuilly (Indre-et-Loire), is an 11th-century foundation. Founded around 1095 by Guillaume de Montsoreau, the priory later became an abbey under various names: Saint-Pierre, Saint-Sépulcre, and finally Notre-Dame. The cellars, dating from the 12th to the 15th century, the vaulted rooms of the conventual buildings, the chapel, and the dovecote are listed as historic monuments since April 26, 1948. Visitors can immerse themselves in French history and heritage, learning about the region's past while appreciating the beauty of the ancient buildings and grounds. Today, one can visit the site to explore its history and architecture.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

Written by Nicolo Ciampini

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