Condat Abbey

The monastery sits at the convergence of the Bienne and Tacon rivers, featuring stone buildings that demonstrate medieval religious architecture.

Saints Romanus and Lupicinus established Condat Abbey between 425 and 450, creating a community that grew into a network of religious settlements.

The monastery developed its own monastic rule in 510, which influenced other religious institutions and became a model for the Abbey of Agaune.

The cathedral of Saint Peter remains the primary structure from the original abbey complex, displaying architectural elements from the 14th to 18th centuries.

The discovery of Saint Claudius's preserved body in the 12th century transformed the monastery into a major pilgrimage destination.

Location: Saint-Claude

Inception: 5 century

GPS coordinates: 46.38640,5.86639

Latest update: May 28, 2025 10:58