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Lessay Abbey, Romanesque abbey in Lessay, France

The granite and limestone structure features high arcades, a doubled triforium, and a clerestory level with a narrow walkway spanning 44 meters in length.

Founded in 1056 by Baron Turstin Haldup and his wife Emma, the abbey underwent construction until its consecration by the Archbishop of Rouen in 1178.

The abbey maintains a network of 218 vassals and manages nine priories while hosting the annual Festival les Heures Musicales musical performances.

Located 20 kilometers north of Coutances in Normandy, the abbey church remains open for daily visits and guided tours of the cloister by appointment.

The choir and crossing vaulting system represents one of the first implementations of groin vaulting techniques in Norman Romanesque architecture.

Inception: 11 century

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Website: http://abbayes-normandes.com/abbaye/abbaye-de-la-sainte-trinite-de-lessay

GPS coordinates: 49.21931,-1.52899

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:42

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