Sept-Fons Abbey

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Sept-Fons Abbey, Notre-Dame de Sept-Fons or Notre-Dame de Saint-Lieu Sept-Fons is a Trappist monastery at Diou in Bourbonnais in the diocese of Moulins in France. Around ninety monks currently live in the monastery, many of whom are novices sent from monasteries around the world. ()

Local name: Abbaye de Sept-Fons Coordinates: 46°32'40"N, 3°42'19"E

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Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesFrance

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Sept-Fons Abbey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Le Pal, Château de Saint Aubin, Château de Thoury, Château de Saligny.

4.5 miSW
Aquarium, Zoo
Le Pal
114 min walk • Le Pal is a French animal theme park that combines two activities: an amusement park and a zoo in the municipality area of Saint-Pourçain-sur-Besbre, in the Allier, France. Created in 1973, the site became a theme park in 1981. It offers more than 25 attractions and more than 600 animals in semi-captivity, among several animal shows.
3 miNE
Forts and castles
Château de Saint Aubin
77 min walk • The Château de Saint Aubin is a historic château in Saint-Aubin-sur-Loire, Saône-et-Loire, Burgundy, France.
5.4 miSW
Forts and castles
Château de Thoury
138 min walk • The castle of Thoury is an ancient fortified castle that stands on the French commune of Saint-Pourçain-sur-Besbre in the department of Allier, in the region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
5.6 miSE
Forts and castles
Château de Saligny
144 min walk • The castle of Saligny is a fortified castle located in Saligny-sur-Roudon, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
6.1 miNE
Locality
Bourbon-Lancy
155 min walk • One of the main attractions in Bourbon-Lancy is its thermal baths, which have been renowned for their healing properties since Roman times. Visitors can relax and unwind in the warm, mineral-rich waters while taking in the serene surroundings.
2 miSW
Locality
Dompierre-sur-Besbre
52 min walk • One of the must-visit attractions in Dompierre-sur-Besbre is the Château de Beauvoir, a historic castle dating back to the 13th century. This well-preserved fortress offers visitors a glimpse into the region's medieval past, with its imposing stone walls...
5.7 miSW
Locality
Saint-Pourçain-sur-Besbre
145 min walk • Saint-Pourçain-sur-Besbre is a commune in the Allier department in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes in central France. Le Pal is an animal theme park in the municipality area of Saint-Pourçain-sur-Besbre.
4.1 miN
Locality
Beaulon
106 min walk • One of the main attractions in Beaulon is the stunning Château de Beaulon, a 15th-century castle surrounded by lush greenery and gardens. Visitors can explore the castle's grounds, admire its impressive architecture, and learn about its fascinating history.
3.5 miE
Locality
Gilly-sur-Loire
91 min walk • Gilly-sur-Loire is a commune in the Saône-et-Loire department in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in eastern France.
5.9 miSE
Locality
Pierrefitte-sur-Loire
150 min walk • Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by the abundance of outdoor activities available in Pierrefitte-sur-Loire. From hiking and cycling along the riverbanks to leisurely boat rides on the Loire River, there are endless opportunities to immerse oneself in the region's...

Sept-Fons Abbey

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Sept-Fons Abbey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)