ABBAYE DE LA GRAINETIERE
LES HERBIERS
Founded in 1130 by Benedictine monks, the fortified abbey was attacked during the Hundred Years' War (1372) and burnt down 3 times
Founded in 1130 by Benedictine monks, the fortified abbey was attacked during the Hundred Years' War (1372) and burnt down 3 times
The building is dated from 11th century for a part, and from the middle of the 16 th century for the other part.
This chapel was enlarged six times to form the main church, made up of three naves in the shape of a cross, articulated on the lan