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Abbaye de Cadouin Abbey, Le Buisson-de-Cadouin

12th century Cistercian abbey in the town of Cadouin

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Founded by Gérard de Salles in 1115, and affiliated to the Cistercians, the Cadouin Abbey is an incredibly well-preserved example of religious architecture.

Its church is built in a Romanesque style and it has an impressive sculpted Gothic cloister. It is listed amongst the UNESCO World Heritage sites on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. It really dominates this small village and is worth a visit for those with an interest in architecture, history and photography.

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When to come

From 06/02 to 01/04:
from 10:00 to 12:30 and from 14:00 to 17:30 (closed Mondays except school holidays and public holidays)

-From 02/04 to 05/07:
10:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 18:00

-From 06/07 to 31/08:
from 10:00 to 19:00

-From 01/09 to 02/11:
from 10:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 18:00

-From 03/11 to 31/12:
from 10:00 to 12:30 and from 14:00 to 17:00 (closed on Mondays except holidays)

Location

Map of the surrounding area
Gabares & canoes at La Roque Gageac
a chateau in the sunshine

Events

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the main market square in sarlat la caneda
Grandes Heures de Saint-Emilion, Saint Emilion
people in red robes in front of castle ruins
Rassemblement Europeen de Montgolfieres
Wine Chateaux Open Visitis (Portes Ouvertes)