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Fontevraud-l'Abbaye
Maine-et-Loire
A Renaissance-themed stopover between Anjou, Poitou and Touraine
About fifteen kilometres from Saumur, nestled amongst flower-lined streets on the borders of Anjou, Poitou and Touraine, Fontevraud-l'Abbaye is a living testament to history.
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Ideas for everyone, all the time
From Oct. 10, 2026 to Oct. 11, 2026 from 10 a.m.
Contretemps
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Once an abbey, then a prison, Fontevraud has a unique history. Between freedom and confinement, the Contretemps festival immerses you in this theme—as ancient as it is relevant today. On the program: - Meet authors Guillaume Poix, Louis Arnaud, and Boualem Sansal - Explore the intersections of history, cinema, and society through film screenings and panel discussions - Stroll through the abbey’s prison ruins - Get swept away by role-playing games, video games, and board games - Escape with lectures, exhibitions, and books from the Éphémère bookstore Find the complete program by clicking on the link below (copy and paste): https://www.fontevraud.fr/evenement/contretemps-2026 SCHEDULE DETAILS: Saturday, October 10, through Sunday, October 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Next dates:
- From 10/10/2026 to 10/11/2026
Open every day
From Nov. 28, 2026 to Nov. 29, 2026 from 10 a.m.
Marché de bouche de l'Abbaye royale de Fontevraud
Take part in an exceptional event in a prestigious setting, and enjoy an unforgettable gourmet experience in the aisles of the Abbey Cloister.
An exceptional setting for a gourmet experience. L'Abbaye, firmly rooted in its local area, promotes the Saumur terroir and the richness of its local produce: Loire wines, mushrooms, fruit, vegetables and artisanal specialties. For the Christmas season, the Abbey wishes to extend this dynamic by organizing a food market, a showcase for local know-how. Are you a passionate craftsman, producer or shopkeeper? Take part in this event and showcase your products in an exceptional historical setting! The Abbey is looking for exhibitors. OPENING HOURS : Saturday November 28 to Sunday November 29, 2026 from 10am to 6pm.
Next dates:
- From 11/28/2026 to 11/29/2026
Open every day
Our recommendations
Le Domaine de Mestré
The Domaine de Mestré was once a farm belonging to Fontevraud Abbey and later a stopover for pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela.
La Table de Mestré
From Tuesday to Saturday, chef Jean-Baptiste Porquet welcomes you to one of the two dining rooms at the Domaine de Mestré for dinner, where you can enjoy a set menu offering a choice of four starters, main courses and desserts.
Map of Fontevraud-l'Abbaye
Extend the visit to near Fontevraud-l'Abbaye
Candes-Saint-Martin
(4 km)
Montsoreau
(4 km)
Crissay-sur-Manse
(33 km)
Prepare your stay at Fontevraud-l'Abbaye
Destination Saumur Val de Loire
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