Abbaye de Saint-Martin-aux-Bois

The abbey church features high windows that allow natural light to flood the interior space, emphasizing its vertical architectural design without transept or nave.

Founded around 1080 by Augustinian canons, the abbey experienced significant damage during the Hundred Years War, with English troops setting fire to it in 1445.

The abbey church, classified as a historic monument in 1840, represents one of the major Gothic architectural achievements from the mid-13th century in northern France.

The church serves as a parish church and opens to visitors during specific periods, including the European Heritage Days in September.

The Galata building, which formerly served as the abbey's guest quarters, remains the best-preserved structure of the original monastic complex.

Location: Saint-Martin-aux-Bois

Website: http://abbaye-st-martin-aux-bois.org

GPS coordinates: 49.52288,2.57057

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45