Hambye Abbey

Hambye Abbey is a medieval monastery in Normandy with stone buildings that blend Romanesque and Gothic styles. The site includes the ruins of a church, chapter house, and various monastic buildings that visitors can explore.

The monastery was founded in the 12th century and became an important religious center in Normandy. It was closed and partly destroyed during the French Revolution, leaving only partial structures standing today.

The abbey was a place where monks lived and prayed together for centuries, creating a religious community that influenced the surrounding region. Walking through the ruins today, you can sense how daily life revolved around prayer, work, and study.

The site is open to visitors who can walk through the ruins and explore the surviving buildings at their own pace. Wear comfortable shoes since the grounds are uneven and some paths may be rough.

The monastery had a dedicated room where monks carefully copied and decorated manuscripts by hand. This workspace reveals how important book production was to monastic life.

Location: Hambye

Location: Percy-en-Normandie

Inception: 1145

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture, Gothic architecture

Fee: Yes

Address: 7 Rte de l'Abbaye, 50450 Hambye, France

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-18:00

Phone: +33233617692

Website: https://abbaye-hambye.manche.fr

GPS coordinates: 48.92170,-1.26470

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:47