13 july > 24 august

Quel chantier ! Restoring, understanding and passing on

  • Cultural
  • Guided tour
  • Archeological
  • Tourism
  • Urbanism
  • Historic
  • Architecture
  • Medieval
  • Heritage
Elevation : 934m
Abbaye d'Abondance, Place de l'Abbatiale, 74360 Abondance
Take a look behind the scenes at the roof restoration work, the research being carried out in the cloister, the heritage enhancement programme and the work currently underway at Abondance Abbey. A guided tour to understand how the future of this historic monument is being shaped.
Behind the beauty and serenity of Abondance Abbey lies a painstaking and demanding process of conservation, research and restoration. How does one maintain a centuries-old monument? What research is being carried out to better understand its materials, paintings and architecture? What considerations guide the development and enhancement projects? This tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at a living monument. From recent work on the monastery’s roof structure to studies currently underway – including climate studies and analyses of the paintings and sculptures – you will discover the scientific, heritage and technical challenges involved in preserving the site. The tour will also present the comprehensive programme for the redevelopment, restoration and enhancement of the abbey, organised into four phases, as well as the launch of the first stage: the creation of a new visitor centre, accessibility improvements and the development of the surrounding area. A unique opportunity to understand how the future of an exceptional heritage site is being shaped. Reservation at +33(0)4 50 81 60 54 - contact@abbayeabondance.fr

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

Documentation

Rates

From 22 December 2025 to 31 December 2026

From 22 December 2025 to 31 December 2026
One price
€10.00

Payment methods

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Groups (Max capacity)

Groups (Max capacity)
  • 4 Person (s) mini
  • 18 Maximum number of people

Opening times

From 13 July 2026 until 24 August 2026

From 13 July 2026 until 24 August 2026
Monday
at 17:00

Location

Quel chantier ! Restoring, understanding and passing on
Elevation : 934m
Abbaye d'Abondance, Place de l'Abbatiale, 74360 Abondance

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Mountain location
  • Village centre

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).
Updated on 09 April 2026 at 11:40
by Office de Tourisme Leman Mountains Explore
(Offer identifier : 5994289)
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