Abbaye Royale
SAINT-MICHEL-EN-L'HERM
The abbey was founded in 682 AD on a limestone islet. Following the Concordat of 1516, it became a royal abbey.
The abbey was founded in 682 AD on a limestone islet. Following the Concordat of 1516, it became a royal abbey.
Climb to the top of the Saint-Michel-Mont-Mercure bell tower all year round!
Once you have gone through the mediaeval doorway of Solesmes Abbey, you will see the famous saints of Solesmes and their exception
In 1775: the church was extended to include the choir and two side chapels.