Abbaye Saint-Jean d'Orbestier, Medieval abbey in Les Sables-d'Olonne, France.
The abbey features stone walls, arched windows, and remaining sections of the original monastery complex near the French Atlantic coast.
Founded in 1107 by William IX, Duke of Aquitaine, the abbey suffered damage during the Hundred Years War and religious conflicts in 1569.
The Benedictine monks who inhabited the abbey maintained agricultural practices and provided spiritual guidance to the local population for several centuries.
Visitors can access the abbey grounds through guided tours organized by the Les Sables-d'Olonne tourism office throughout the summer season.
The abbey structure served as a navigation landmark for ships since 1921, helping vessels orient themselves along the coastline.
Location: Les Sables-d'Olonne
GPS coordinates: 46.46823,-1.73027
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:51
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