Abbaye de Noirmoutier-en-l'Île, Benedictine monastery in Noirmoutier-en-l'Île, France.
The abbey includes a Merovingian crypt beneath Saint-Philbert parish church and preserved buildings from the 14th and 18th centuries.
Founded in 674 by Philibert de Tournus, the monastery faced multiple Norman invasions, leading to its relocation before returning as a priory around 1000.
The monastery's name evolved from Herio to Hermoutier, and finally to Noirmoutier, reflecting the black garments worn by Benedictine monks.
The Lions Gate entrance and several architectural elements remain accessible for viewing, though parts of the abbey are now private property.
The abbey's monks redirected the Boulogne River in 819 after receiving authorization from Louis the Pious, King of Aquitaine.
Location: Noirmoutier-en-l'Île
GPS coordinates: 47.00028,-2.24111
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
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Phare de la Pointe des Dames
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Sealand, Noirmoutier
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Réserve naturelle régionale du polder de Sébastopol
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Plage des Sableaux
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Mini-Ville
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Plage des Lutins
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Plage Luzeron
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Parc de loisirs du Gois
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Église Saint-Philbert de Noirmoutier-en-l'Île
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Museum of Traditions
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Batterie Clausewitz
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Plage de la Cantine
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Plage de la Martinière
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Plage de la Bosse
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Maison de Lebreton-des-Grapillères
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Chapelle du Grand Vieil
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