Abbaye de Saint-Jean-aux-Bois, Medieval abbey in Saint-Jean-aux-Bois, France
This religious complex features a Gothic church with three vaulted bays, prominent transept arms, and a choir covered by a sexpartite vault system.
Queen Adelaide of Maurienne established the abbey in 1152 to house Benedictine nuns, with construction of the chapter house occurring between 1160 and 1170.
The abbey received the relics of Saint Euphrosyne from the 5th century, attracting numerous pilgrims seeking cures through religious devotion.
The church and chapter house remain open to visitors, with the main entrance located on the south side next to the chapter house door.
The fortified entrance gate features two round towers, demonstrating the defensive architecture incorporated into this religious establishment.
Location: Saint-Jean-aux-Bois
GPS coordinates: 49.34716,2.90556
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46
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