Prieuré de Vaux-sur-Poligny

The Prieuré de Vaux-sur-Poligny is a medieval priory in the Jura region that spreads across natural terrain where the Glantine river flows between limestone hills. The complex includes a monastery with a cloister, church, and outbuildings that reflect different construction periods.

The priory was founded in 1020 by the Count of Burgundy and joined the Cluniac order in 1029, making it the first Cluniac house in the Jura. Later modifications by different religious communities shaped its architectural features and spatial layout.

The refectory displays flamboyant Gothic details and ancient wall paintings that visitors can still see today. These artworks reflect how different monastic communities used and decorated the space over centuries.

The site is accessible year-round and hosts regular cultural events in the cloister and church. Visitors can walk through the various buildings and discover the surrounding landscape with its natural features.

The buildings display two contrasting architectural styles: the facade shows Benedictine features while the cloister incorporates Maurist design elements. This visible blend of styles documents the different phases when various monastic communities occupied and modified the complex.