Abbaye Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Falaise
Abbaye Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Falaise, Medieval abbey in Falaise, France
Saint-Jean-Baptiste Abbey features white stone walls and remaining conventual buildings that reflect Norman architectural traditions of the 12th century.
The abbey, founded in 1127 under Bishop Jean of Séez, initially operated as a hospital for impoverished residents before converting to Premonstratensian order in 1159.
The abbey held provincial meetings with religious leaders, including a notable gathering in 1260 with the Archbishop of Rouen and bishops from surrounding regions.
The remaining section of the abbey presents architectural elements from multiple construction periods, ranging from the 12th to the 18th centuries.
During the English occupation of 1417, monks from the abbey maintained their duties serving at chapel services within Falaise Castle.
Location: Falaise
GPS coordinates: 48.89471,-0.19449
Latest update: May 16, 2025 10:24
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