Abbaye Saint-Avit-les-Guêpières, Medieval Benedictine abbey in Saint-Denis-Lanneray, France
The abbey complex included a church, cloisters, and monastic buildings constructed in the Romanesque architectural style with rounded arches and strong stone walls.
The construction of the abbey began in 1045 and continued through the 13th century, following the establishment of a monastic site by Saint Avit in 524.
The religious community maintained strong connections with local nobility, receiving donations from influential figures such as Ganelon II de Montigny and Alix de Gondreville.
The abbey generated annual revenue of 8,000 livres through its agricultural properties, priories, and management of rural estates in the surrounding region.
A silver arm-shaped reliquary containing Saint Avit's arm fragment, crafted in the 12th century, now resides at Notre-Dame du Pré de Valmont Abbey.
Location: Saint-Denis-Lanneray
GPS coordinates: 48.06977,1.29945
Latest update: March 5, 2025 06:19
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