Saint-Pierre de la Couture Abbey
Saint-Pierre de la Couture Abbey, Benedictine abbey in Le Mans, France.
The abbey complex contains Notre-Dame-de-la-Couture Church, ground floor galleries with a former cloister, and a grand staircase within stone walls.
Founded between 587 and 605 by Saint Bertrand, bishop of Le Mans, the abbey expanded its influence across France and England until the Norman invasions.
The name 'Couture' evolved from the Latin 'cultura', referring to the cultivated fields surrounding the monastery before gaining religious meaning.
The abbey buildings now house administrative services, with the church remaining accessible and guided tours available during heritage days.
At its peak in the 13th century, the abbey controlled 80 parish churches and maintained connections with 50 priories, including Solesmes Priory.
Location: Le Mans
Address: place Aristide-Briand
GPS coordinates: 48.00180,0.20004
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:49
Vindunum
350 m
Notre-Dame de la Couture
47 m
Palais des congrès et de la culture du Mans
629 m
Chapelle de la Visitation
412 m
Carré Plantagenêt
619 m
Tour Émeraude
212 m
Autogare du Mans
331 m
Jardins Pierre-de-Ronsard
634 m
Collégiale Saint-Pierre-la-Cour
606 m
Parc de la Préfecture
113 m
Temple protestant du Mans
557 m
Hôtel Desportes de Linières
575 m
Bourse du Mans
294 m
Couvent des Ursulines du Mans
388 m
Escalier des Ponts-Neufs
639 m
Hôtel Coindon
510 m
Escalier des Boucheries
622 m
Thermes Romains du Mans
580 m
Maison, 12 rue des Poules (Le Mans)
605 m
Rue Dorée
615 m
Maison, 2 rue Marchande
516 m
Rue Saint-Hilaire
582 m
Maison, 11 rue des Trois-Sonnettes
606 m
Rue Godard
659 m
Rue Saint-Flaceau
652 m
Rue de la Vieille-Porte (Le Mans)
576 m
Maison, 14 rue de la Barillerie
515 m
Blockhaus
173 mReviews
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