Grande Bretèche, Convent in Tours, France
The Grande Bretèche convent features a chapel dedicated to the Presentation of the Virgin, surrounded by white stone buildings overlooking the Loire River.
The convent complex has been maintained by the Dominican Sisters of the Presentation of Tours, who carry out various religious and community activities within its walls.
The chapel houses notable religious artworks, including an Avisseau ceramic altarpiece and a large Virgin and Child statue from the late 15th to early 16th century.
The convent includes an auditorium that accommodates 200 people for conferences and meetings, making it a central location for religious gatherings in Tours.
Pope John Paul II selected this convent as his residence during his visit to Tours in September 1996, highlighting its significance in religious circles.
Location: Tours
GPS coordinates: 47.40090,0.68108
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:52
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