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Abbey of St. Nicholas

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For over 900 years, l'église Saint-NicolasThe Abbey of Saint-Nicolas, also known as the Abbatiale Saint-Nicolas, overlooks the Oise valley from the top of a rocky promontory, like a fortified castle.

This priory church is a masterpiece of transitional artThis was the pivotal period between Romanesque and Gothic art.

Until the Revolution, the church belonged to the Cluniac monastery of Saint-LeuIt is now privately owned and can be visited during the Heritage Days.


When can you visit the Abbey of Saint-Nicolas?

Rarely open to the public, you can still discover the interior of the Abbey of Saint-Nicolas in Saint-Leu-d'Esserent. Sunday afternoons from June to Septemberfor self-guided tours. Explanatory panels and a booklet accompany your visit (available in French/English).

Outside these hours, a glass airlock allows you to admire the interior of the church, every day, all year round.

You can also take one of the guided tours offered by the Creil Sud Oise Tourist Office or the town of Saint-Leu d'Esserent to find out all about the architecture of the Abbey Church and the secrets of the life of the monks who once lived here under the strict rule of Saint-Benoît, as well as the history of the Dammartin family, the lords who built the priory. Go to the Creil Sud Oise Tourist Office online diary !


Complete your visit!

The Abbey Church is situated in a medieval quarter where you can admire the medieval gateway to the old town as you wander along the paths. Prioryas well as Banvin Cellar where the monks stored their barrels of wine.

Visit

  • From 6 year(s)

Visiting languages

  • French

Opening

From 15 June to 15 September
Sunday Open from 14h30 à 5 pm
monday Closed
tuesday Closed
wednesday Closed
thursday Closed
friday Closed
saturday Closed
sunday Closed

Benefits

Services

  • Free parking
  • Toilets

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