This is the Abbey of Saint-Germain in Auxerre, whose origins can be traced back to the Cathedral of Saint-Maurice. The other side of the monastery looks a little less maintained but is still very beautiful and classic and houses a small museum with some sculptures by well-known artists.
Historical abbey with museum and art displays
The two major sightseeing sites in Auxerre are the Cathedrale Saint-Etienne and the Abbaye Saint-Germain. While both are excellent I felt the second was better. You are able to appreciate the religiou...
Ancient Abbey
The Abbey is near the city center. The city itself is small, it is possible to get to everything on foot. The romantic bell was preserved at the entrance. Now in the Abbey Museum. The museum itself is free. Visit to ...
Outside checked
If you enter the city from the eastern low shore, the right tower is the Abbey. Now the Abbey belongs to the city, it holds cultural and educational activities. Pedestrian of course came ...
To watch
The building is worth visiting and is free.
To discover !
This abbaye really is the turning value.