Former charterhouse La Lance, Religious community and monastery in Concise, Switzerland
The former charterhouse La Lance is a monastery building in Concise featuring a Gothic cloister dating from 1318. It sits between Lake Neuchâtel and the mountains near Yverdon, combining religious architecture with modern wine production.
The monastery was founded around 1400 and remained active until 1538, representing more than a century of religious life in this part of Vaud canton. Its founding marked the beginning of a long monastic tradition at this location.
The building maintains its role as an important cultural landmark, showing religious and architectural traditions passed down through generations. These traditions shape how the place looks and functions today.
The site offers wine tastings and guided tours to explore both the historical architecture and local wine production. Visitors should allow adequate time to explore the buildings and surroundings at a comfortable pace.
The site uniquely combines religious history with winemaking, as the monks themselves established the wine tradition that continues today. This connection between spirituality and agriculture remains visible in the daily life of the place.
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