Abbaye de Talloires, Benedictine abbey in Talloires-Montmin, France
The stone abbey rises near Lake Annecy, featuring a collection of buildings with traditional French architectural elements and a central courtyard.
Established in 1018 as a religious sanctuary, the abbey endured two fires in the 17th century before its reconstruction in 1681.
The abbey exhibits medieval monastic architecture and houses regular art displays, including works by contemporary French artists throughout the year.
The abbey contains a four-star hotel with lake-view rooms, and visitors can access the grounds from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM during exhibition periods.
Following the French Revolution, the abbey transformed from a religious center into a winemaking facility and later became horse stables in 1840.
Location: Talloires-Montmin
Inception: 1018
Address: 2 Chem. des Moines, 74290 Talloires-Montmin, France
Phone: +33450607733
Website: http://abbaye-talloires.com
GPS coordinates: 45.84139,6.21167
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
Annecy is found between the lake water and the mountains. The old town can be explored on foot, along the Thiou and its canals lined with colorful buildings. You can see the Isle Palace, an old jail from the 12th century on a small island, and the Annecy Castle, sitting above the roofs from its medieval walls. The Pont des Amours gives a clear view of the lake, while the Gardens of Europe invite walks. Around the city, the lake is good for swimming and water sports. There is a bike trail, about 42 km long, that circles the lake. It passes by beaches and small ports. Further up, Parmelan and the Glières Plateau offer forest and mountain meadow trips, with views of the Alps. The area also has some castles like Montrottier with its octagonal tower, and Clermont with Renaissance galleries. In summer, markets fill the squares, and the terraces near the water become busy. In winter, the first snows fall on the Aravis mountains. Every season changes the look of the place and gives a new reason to visit again.
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