Abbatiale de Saint-Philbert-de-Grand-Lieu, Carolingian abbey church in Saint-Philbert-de-Grand-Lieu, France.
The church features ten cruciform pillars constructed with alternating layers of stone and brick, reflecting ninth-century architectural techniques.
Built around 815 under Louis I, son of Charlemagne, the abbey served as a sanctuary for Saint Philibert's relics during Viking invasions.
The crypt contains a Merovingian sarcophagus and medieval tombstones with inscriptions detailing the history of monks buried within the church.
The abbey church opens Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 14:30 to 17:30 between November and March, with admission at 4 euros.
The fortified crypt beneath the church maintains its original ninth-century structure, making it one of the oldest preserved religious spaces in France.
Location: Saint-Philbert-de-Grand-Lieu
Architectural style: Carolingian architecture
GPS coordinates: 47.03864,-1.64092
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
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