Longues Abbey

Longues Abbey, located in Calvados, Normandy, France, was a Benedictine monastery founded in 1168 by Hugues Wac, a descendant of William the Conqueror's companions. The structure took shape in the Romanesque and early Gothic style and was generously supported by gifts from the English and Norman nobility, including the prominent families of Bacon of Molay and d'Argouges. However, the fall of the abbey began with the introduction of the commendatory system in 1526, which instigated the abbey's decline due to mismanagement and reduced discipline among the monks. Today, only the choir and remnants of other monastic buildings remain. A recent restoration project aims to preserve and enhance the remaining structures, rekindling a glimpse into the history and spiritual significance of Longues Abbey.

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