Abbey Church of Saint-Savin-sur-Gartempe

The abbey church contains extensive medieval frescoes covering its vaulted ceiling, depicting biblical narratives from Genesis through the Apocalypse in rich colors and details.

Founded in the year 1001, the abbey church underwent multiple construction phases during the 11th and 12th centuries, establishing its Romanesque architectural design.

The church's frescoes represent a complete collection of medieval religious artwork, preserving techniques and stories that influenced medieval Christian education.

Visitors can access guided tours with detailed explanations of the biblical scenes, while the adjacent museum provides historical context through multimedia presentations.

The crypt beneath the church contains rare early medieval murals depicting the martyrdom of Saint Savin and Saint Cyprian in their original paint compositions.

Location: Saint-Savin

Inception: 11 century

Architects: Charles Joly-Leterme

Architectural style: Romanesque art

Website: http://abbaye-saint-savin.fr

GPS coordinates: 46.56477,0.86597

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:38