Abbaye de Cluny

The Abbaye de Cluny is a former Benedictine abbey located in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. Founded in 910, it was a major center of monastic reform and intellectual activity during the Middle Ages. The abbey features impressive Romanesque architecture, including the highest vaults in the Romanesque world, and a beautiful cloister. Visitors can explore the abbey's historic buildings, including the Farinier, which houses capitals from the abbey choir, and the lower part of the cellar. The abbey also offers various activities, such as film projections, temporary exhibitions, and workshops. The site is suitable for families, with amenities like a shop and toilets. The abbey is also part of the Passion Monuments loyalty program, which offers unlimited access to over 80 monuments in France