Montmajour Abbey
Arles - Monument
Located at the gates of the city of Arles, the benedictine Abbey of nobleman is an exceptional example of a monument that reflects nearly eight centuries of history and architecture in Provence for a community of 50 to 80 monks consists of several buildings and form a repertoire of Romanesque, Gothic and classical styles with eight centuries of history and monastic architecture of 949 to 1791. It is also a place of inspiration for modern art and contemporary, the site fascinates including Van Gogh (1853-1890) who makes many drawings in 1888-1889. "Ascension", the work of Alain Kirili (born in 1946) created for the choir of the Abbey, pays tribute to his use of color "in thickness".Since April 14, 2017, the Abbey to reopen access to the visit of the Hermitage. Unique testimony in Western Europe of pre-Romanesque architecture in its entirety. The work of the Hermitage St. Peter ended after 4 years with the restoration siding, cleaning of walls, the realization of coatings of gaps and media sets, recovery of soil, rock, stone and highlighted volumes interiors of the troglodytes parties. This Chapel troglodyte of the XIth century, originally simple shelter under rock for a few hermits, is the oldest architectural witness of the Abbey.
- Accessible for disabled
- Coach park, Private parking
- Internet access
A free entry for Bouches-du-Rhône inhabitants with the My Provence Pass!
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Contact
Abbaye de Montmajour
Route De Fontvieille
13200 Arles -
Phone
- 04 90 54 64 17
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Fax
04 90 54 86 40
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Website
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Tours
Where to stay
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Things to do
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Where to eat
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Inspirations
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