Abbaye Sainte-Marie de la Pierre-qui-Vire, Gothic abbey in Morvan Forest, France
The abbey sits along the Trinquelin stream, surrounded by granite rocks and dense woodland in the northern part of the Morvan region.
Founded in 1850 by Father Jean-Baptiste Muard, the monastery gained recognition through its Zodiaque publications, specializing in Romanesque art until 2000.
The Benedictine monks maintain traditional practices, including night vigils at 2 AM, while dedicating their lives to prayer and work.
The monastery welcomes visitors in two guest houses, offering spiritual guidance, a bookstore, and opportunities to experience monastic life.
The abbey's name derives from a pivoting rock formation that could be moved by human pressure, now sealed and crowned with a Virgin Mary statue.
Location: Saint-Léger-Vauban
Inception: 1850
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Website: http://apqv.fr
GPS coordinates: 47.35728,4.06327
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:40
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