Important in medieval church reform,
Cluny Abbey
Cluny Abbey and Museum is a medieval monastery ruins and museum located in the village of Cluny in the Burgundy region of France. Founded in the 10th century, Cluny Abbey was the most powerful and influential monastery in western Europe from the 12th to the 14th centuries, and served as the center of the Cluny penitential movement.
Although most of the monastery's buildings were destroyed after the French Revolution, excavations and restoration work were carried out in the 19th century, and approximately 20% of the monastery remains. The museum displays relics related to Cluny Abbey and works of art from the medieval era, so it's a good idea to see them together.
historically important,
Cluny Abbey
Visit the Cluny Abbey located in Cluny, France! Cluny Abbey was built around 910 and was once the largest church in the world. As Cluny's power grew, the size of the monastery building expanded to its current appearance. It is currently used as a museum, so you can see various exhibitions inside. Also, the view from the monastery is very beautiful.
Main features of the monastery
Cluny Abbey ruins:
address :
Abbaye de Cluny
Rue du 11 Août 1944, 71250 Cluny, France
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operating time :
Every week 10:00 AM - 19:00 PM
Last admission: 1 hour before closing
Operating hours vary by season. For more details, please refer to the official website .
Rue du 11 Août 1944, 71250 Cluny, 프랑스