Abbaye de Belval, Historical abbey in Belval-Bois-des-Dames, France
The Belval Abbey stands in a clearing between Belval-Bois-des-Dames and Vaux-en-Dieulet, surrounded by the Ardennes forest in northeastern France.
Saint Augustine canons established the abbey in the 1120s before it joined the Premonstratensian order in 1133 on the bishop of Verdun's land.
The abbey's library held 2,487 books in 1741, covering subjects from theology and law to philosophy and history, reflecting its educational importance.
The site offers guided tours, local products in its shop, and group accommodation at Les Pierres Blanches guesthouse throughout most of the year.
King Charles VI granted the monks fishing rights on the Meuse River in 1398, establishing a special privilege for this monastic community.
Location: Belval-Bois-des-Dames
GPS coordinates: 49.47694,5.01694
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:55
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