Abbaye de Florièyes

The Florièyes Abbey contains remnants of a 12th-century chapel with its preserved apse, along with structures of a former convent, sheepfold, and stables.

Founded in 1136 by Raymond de St-Gilles and Abbé Paulin with monks from Mazan Abbey, this establishment marked the first Cistercian foundation in Provence.

The abbey served as the traditional consecration site for Thoronet abbots until 1157, when the religious community relocated to Le Thoronet monastery.

Visitors can reach the abbey ruins by following marked trails from Tourtour village, through a path surrounded by oak and pine trees.

Archaeological excavations revealed continuous human presence from the Bronze Age through medieval times, with a preserved 13th-century bridge near the river Florièye.

Location: Tourtour

Inception: 1136

GPS coordinates: 43.58167,6.34000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 10:48