Bonnefont Abbey, Cistercian monastery in Proupiary, France
The former Cistercian complex retains its entrance gate, lay brothers' building, and partially rebuilt chapter house near Saint-Martory in southern France.
Founded in 1137 by monks from Morimond Abbey, Bonnefont Abbey expanded its influence by establishing six daughter abbeys before its dissolution in 1791.
The monastery grounds include a medieval-inspired garden that displays traditional medicinal plants and agricultural methods used by Cistercian monks.
The abbey opens during summer months with guided tours at 3 PM for historical visits and 4 PM for garden explorations, limited to 9 visitors per group.
Original architectural elements from Bonnefont Abbey were scattered across the region when the buildings were dismantled for lime production after the French Revolution.
Location: Proupiary
Location: Sepx
Inception: 1137
GPS coordinates: 43.14111,0.87417
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
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