Abbaye de Faverney

The Abbaye de Faverney is a former Benedictine monastery in the French village of Faverney with a church blending Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles. Beyond the main church, the site contains monastic buildings, gardens, and ruins of old mills that reflect the economic life of the community.

Founded in 722, the monastery first housed Benedictine nuns before passing to monks from La Chaise-Dieu in 1132. The monastic community remained there until the French Revolution in 1789, when religious life at the site ended.

The name reflects the religious purpose that drew monks and nuns to this location for centuries. Pilgrims came here seeking spiritual connection and to witness the devoted monastic life at this sacred site.

The complex sits within the village of Faverney and is easily reached on foot by following the village streets. It is best visited during daylight hours to fully appreciate the architecture and layout of the grounds.

In 1608, an event occurred here that drew pilgrims and the faithful: consecrated hosts remained untouched during a fire, known as the Miracle of Faverney. This event made the site an important destination for religious visitors in the centuries that followed.