Abbaye de Bellecombe, Gothic abbey in Yssingeaux, France.
The Bellecombe Abbey features stone columns, soaring arches, and architectural elements characteristic of medieval religious structures in the Haute-Loire region.
Founded in 1140, the Cistercian nuns relocated to Bellecombe in 1209, establishing a monastery that remained active until French Revolution forces closed it in 1792.
The monastery functioned as an educational center for young women and provided medical care to local residents, earning recognition as 'University of Bellecombe'.
Recent excavations since 2006 have uncovered 700 cubic meters of debris, revealing the church foundations and numerous architectural elements from different construction periods.
Two original medieval watchtowers remain standing on the property, marking the former defensive perimeter of this religious complex.
Location: Yssingeaux
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
GPS coordinates: 45.10249,4.15772
Latest update: March 4, 2025 13:19
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