Couvent des Récollets, Franciscan monastery in Versailles, France.
The Recollets Monastery features a church facade and cloister designed by Jules Hardouin-Mansart following classical architectural principles.
Built in 1684 during Louis XIV's reign, this monastery became a prison after the French Revolution before converting to military use in the 19th century.
The Recollets order, a branch of the Franciscans, inhabited this monastery while serving as chaplains to the king's regiments.
Located at 9 rue des Récollets in Versailles, the monastery opens to the public only during special events such as Mois Molière.
The monastery maintains its original church facade and cloister, representing 17th-century religious architecture in Versailles.
Location: Versailles
Inception: 1684
Architects: Jules Hardouin-Mansart
Architectural style: classical architecture
GPS coordinates: 48.80243,2.12241
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:54
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