Abbey of Saint-Georges, Rennes, Benedictine abbey in Rennes, France
The Palais Saint-Georges features a long gallery with nineteen two-story windows supported by granite arches, complemented by pavilions at both ends.
Duke Alain III of Brittany founded the Abbey of Saint-Georges in 1032, installing his sister Adele as the first abbess of this religious institution.
The building displays sculpted arms of the abbey on its pediment, along with representations of justice and peace, reflecting medieval architectural traditions.
The former abbey now serves as headquarters for Rennes fire services and administrative offices, maintaining its connection to public service.
Forty-six noble abbesses managed this institution until 1792, when Julie Barreau de Girac became the last leader before the French Revolution.
Location: Rennes
GPS coordinates: 48.11177,-1.67426
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:08
Saint George Palace
13 m
Saint-Georges swimming pool
78 m
Église Saint-Germain de Rennes
189 m
Hôtel de Courcy
134 m
Hôtel Pasteur
165 m
Hôtel de Boisgeffroi
107 m
Hôtel de Cuillé
137 m
Square de La Motte
126 m
Chapelle des Carmes
169 m
Hôtel Bonin de la Villebouquais
77 m
Caserne du Bon Pasteur
141 m
Hôtel de Ferron
118 m
Petit Hôtel de Chalain
176 m
Hôtel de Chalain
160 m
Immeuble, 23 rue Saint-Georges
126 m
Pont Pasteur
189 m
Immeuble, 1 rue de Corbin
156 m
Orgue de tribune de l'église Saint-Germain de Rennes
189 m
Immeuble, 12 rue Saint-Georges
190 m
Immeuble, 26 rue Saint-Georges
144 m
Immeuble, 3 rue de Corbin (Rennes)
121 m
Contour de la Motte
155 m
Jardin de Saint-Georges
55 m
Anciens bains Saint-Georges (Rennes)
115 m
Immeuble, 14 rue Saint-Georges
185 m
Maison, 1 rue Derval
186 m
Immeuble, 32 rue Saint-Georges
148 m
Immeuble, 28-30 rue Saint-Georges
138 mReviews
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