Couvent des Dominicains de Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume

The Royal Convent features four connected buildings surrounding a square cloister, following traditional monastic architectural principles from the medieval period.

The convent's origins date to the 5th century with Cassianite monks, later managed by Benedictines before Dominicans took control following the 1295 discovery of Mary Magdalene's relics.

The Dominican order maintains a strong presence in this religious complex, where daily prayers and spiritual activities continue the centuries-old traditions.

The convent now functions as a cultural and tourist center, housing a 67-room hotel and the town's tourist office at 5417 Place de la Victoire.

Between the French Revolution and 1959, this religious establishment served as a prison before its transformation into a cultural and hospitality venue.

Location: Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume

Address: 7, place de la Victoire 83470

Website: http://hotels-patrimoine

GPS coordinates: 43.45323,5.86392

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:48