Saint-Savin Abbey: a Romanesque treasure to experience with the family!

A UNESCO treasure a stone's throw from Poitiers

Discover the Abbey in 1 minute flat!

The “Sistine Chapel of the Middle Ages” certainly lives up to its nickname! Look up at the vaults that rise 17 meters above your head! And tada! This is the largest collection of Romanesque frescoes in Europe, tracing the Old Testament in images: from Noah's Ark to the Tower of Babel. It's like traveling back in time!

A masterpiece founded in the 9th century, with a turbulent past.

An immersive visit that the whole family will enjoy!

In Saint-Savin, each visit is a new story to discover.

• Self-guided tour with a digital tablet: explore the abbey in immersive mode! Three tour durations are available: 30 minutes, 1 hour, or 1 hours. The tour is translated into sign language, English, Spanish, Dutch, German, Italian, and Chinese. Another experience, in cartoon form, is offered to children in the footsteps of little Hugues, an apprentice artist monk. Experience tested and approved by our youngest visitors!
• The guided tour: individual or in a group, set off for 1 hour in the company of an enthusiast who will reveal all the secrets of our abbey to you!

In addition to visiting the church, don't forget to explore the former monks' cells, the refectory and the garden for a direct dive into monastic life. 

An abbey that will surprise you!

From July 8, discover the new theatrical tour “The Mystery of Merimee” which will immerse you in a unique experience with the savior of the Abbey! Every Tuesday in July and August from 17:30 p.m. A nighttime version will take place on July 26 and August 23 at 21 p.m.! Reservations are strongly recommended. 

Investigation at the Abbey: take up the challenge!

Are you more of an investigative type? No problem, we've got just the thing for you! The Escape Game “On the Trail of the Neuchèze Bandit” awaits you! Baron Henri de Neuchèze is terrorizing Saint-Savin and has locked himself in the church! This can't go on, the Abbey needs you! Every Thursday in July and August from 18:30 p.m. Reservations are required!

Gourmet stop at Cérasus 

Has the visit whetted your appetite? Just a stone's throw from the Abbey, Cérasus awaits! This restaurant serves authentic, seasonal cuisine! Enjoy the terrace overlooking the Gartempe River, and if you look up slightly, you'll discover the surprising crenellated tower, linked to the history of the Eiffel Tower!

Walks around the Abbey

In addition to offering you an exceptional heritage, the Abbey of Saint-Savin invites you to discover its natural side. Located on the banks of the Gartempe River, you will find many trails to explore near the town and the abbey. Strolling along ou on a bike. To spice up your outing, enjoy a descent in canoeing , from a walk on horseback or Tèrra Aventura ! 

Not far from there, also opt for the City of Writing and Book Trades of Montmorillon or, the Medieval City of Chauvigny and its many family activities.

Practical information : 

📍 Place de la Liberation, 86310 Saint-Savin

🕐 Opening times vary depending on the season! You can check them out here

Accessible by stroller