Louroux Abbey, Cistercian monastery in Vernantes, France
The monastery features traditional Cistercian architectural elements with preserved transept remains and a portico positioned within agricultural surroundings at coordinates 47°25'17"N.
Founded in 1121 as a daughter house of Cîteaux Abbey, the monastery operated continuously until 1791 when religious activities ceased during the French Revolution.
The monastery belonged to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Angers and served as a center for religious practices, accommodating three hundred monks at its peak.
The site received monument historique inscrit status in 2008, ensuring protection and preservation of its remaining structures for future generations.
During the Hundred Years War, Abbot Aimeric fortified the monastery in 1435 by adding walls, moats, and drawbridges to protect against English threats.
Location: Vernantes
Inception: 1121
Architectural style: Cistercian architecture
GPS coordinates: 47.42139,0.02583
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:57
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