Description
Take a stroll through the cloister and admire its 15th-century murals, before exploring the exhibition ‘From History to Art: Sacred Heritage in the Abondance Valley’ in the former monastery. Then, let yourself be swept away by the tranquillity of the orchard.
Abondance Abbey unveils its treasures and history. Let yourself be captivated by this site, a unique medieval gem in the Savoie region. Stroll through the cloister and admire its 15th-century murals; discover the art of fresco painting and the many sculptures that adorn the galleries.
Explore the exhibition ‘From History to Art: Sacred Heritage in the Abondance Valley’, housed in the former convent buildings, before ending your visit in the garden, which offers a breathtaking view of the monument’s architecture.
During your visit, a QR code gives you access to the visitor assistance website, where you can download audio guides and descriptions of the artworks directly to your smartphone. Available in French, English, Italian and German.
Services
Disabled access
Accessibility
Accessibility
Mental disability
Not accessible in a wheelchair
Reserved space 330 cm wide < 100 m from the site
Reception staff sensitized to the reception of people with disabilities
Easy French documentation
Rates
From 1 October 2025 to 31 December 2026
From 1 October 2025 to 31 December 2026
Full price
€6.00
ConcessionFamily, students, job seekers, disabled persons
€5.00
Free for Multipass and Pass léman France holders
Duo" offer Admission to Maison du Fromage + Abbey of Abondance: €10 per person aged 6 and over.
Advantages granted on presentation of specific cards (contact us).
Duo" offer Admission to Maison du Fromage + Abbey of Abondance: €10 per person aged 6 and over.
Advantages granted on presentation of specific cards (contact us).
Payment methods
Bank/credit card
Travellers Cheque
Cash
Contactless paymentOpenings
Monday
14:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
14:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
14:00 - 17:00
Thursday
14:00 - 17:00
Friday
14:00 - 17:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Monday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Thursday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Friday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Saturday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Sunday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Monday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Thursday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Friday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Saturday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Sunday
09:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 18:00
Monday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Thursday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Friday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Saturday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Sunday
09:30 - 12:00
14:00 - 18:00
Monday
14:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
14:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
14:00 - 17:00
Thursday
14:00 - 17:00
Friday
14:00 - 17:00
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Annual closure from October 31 to December 20, 2026.
Location
Plan interactif : 1 lieux répertoriés.
- Lieu sans nom
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Environment
Environment
- Near shuttle stop
- Mountain location
- Close to a public transportation
- Village centre
- Bus stop < 500 m
Access
Access
- From the shores of Lake Geneva, access via the Gavot plateau, heading towards the Abondance valley (approx. 40 mins).
The entrance to the site is located at Place de l’Abbatiale, accessible from the village centre via the Passage des Chanoines.
Separate access to the church (no visits during services).
