Abbaye des Dames, Benedictine abbey in Tusson, France
The remaining structures include a fortified square tower with cross-shaped arrow slits connected to a pillar from the former church.
Robert d'Arbrissel established this religious complex in 1115, which later joined the Order of Fontevrault during the medieval period.
The conventual buildings and domed church displayed carved capitals representing the architectural elements of medieval religious structures.
The site remains open daily without entrance fees, though visitors need to respect private property restrictions in certain areas.
Marguerite of Angoulême, Queen of Navarre, selected this priory in the 16th century for prayer retreats and literary studies.
Location: Tusson
GPS coordinates: 45.93300,0.06500
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:57
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