Cassan Abbey, Medieval abbey in Roujan, France
The Cassan Abbey complex includes a 12th-century priory church and an 18th-century palace featuring Romanesque and classical architectural elements throughout its structures.
Founded in 1080 on land from the Alquier family of Béziers, the abbey gained independence from local bishops through Pope Innocent III in the 13th century.
The abbey served as a burial ground for the Trencavel dynasty, viscounts of Béziers, Carcassonne, Albi, and Razès, making it a center of regional power.
Visitors can access the abbey from April through October, with extended hours during summer months and weekend-only operations in October.
The abbey's territory extended across 75 villages during its peak, demonstrating its substantial regional influence in medieval times.
Location: Roujan
Address: route de Bédarieux
GPS coordinates: 43.50908,3.28756
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
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