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Fontevraud Abbey

Fontevraud-l’Abbaye, France

History

One of the largest medieval monastic sites in Europe, holding the tomb effigies of Henry II, Eleanor of Aquitaine and Richard the Lionheart. Allow two hours; there are car parks by the abbey.

Nearest town
Fontevraud-l’Abbaye, France
Category
History & culture
GPS
47.1811, 0.0511
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Campsites nearby

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    4 km from Fontevraud Abbey · 58 pitches
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  • La FritillaireCampsite
    7 km from Fontevraud Abbey
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  • Aire Camping-cars Villebernier, Le Port RouxMotorhome stopover
    10 km from Fontevraud Abbey · 56 pitches
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  • Camping L'Île d'OffardCampsite
    12 km from Fontevraud Abbey · 169 pitches
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  • Camping-car Park ChinonMotorhome stopover
    14 km from Fontevraud Abbey · 49 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
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  • Aire Camping-car Brain-sur-AllonnesMotorhome stopover
    14 km from Fontevraud Abbey · 20 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
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