Abbey of Saint-Jean-le-Grand, Autun

Name: Abbey of Saint-Jean-le-Grand
Address: Autun, France

#5 among attractions in Autun

Monastery, Baroque architecture

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The Abbey of Saint-Jean-le-Grand is a former Benedictine nunnery, in Autun, Saône-et-Loire, France, possibly founded by Queen Brunhilda and Bishop Syagrius of Autun. According to Gregory of Tours, it already existed in 589. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 46°57'6"N, 4°17'58"E

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Abbey of Saint-Jean-le-Grand – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Autun Cathedral, Temple of Janus, Abbey of St Andoche, Musée Rolin.

0.4 miS
Medieval church with Romanesque carvings
Autun Cathedral, Autun
12 min walk • Autun Cathedral, also known as Cathédrale Saint-Lazare d'Autun, is a Romanesque architectural marvel nestled in the heart of Autun, France. This cathedral, dedicated to the biblical figure Lazarus, serves as a beacon of medieval art and religious significance.
0.8 miNW
Temple
Temple of Janus, Autun
22 min walk • The "Temple of Janus" is a Romano-Celtic religious structure located in Autun, Saône-et-Loire, France, to the North-West of the ancient city of Augustodunum.
~1400 ftSW
Monastery
Abbey of St Andoche, Autun
7 min walk • The Abbey of St. Andoche in Autun, Saône-et-Loire, France, is a former Benedictine nunnery founded in 592 by Queen Brunhilda on the site of a Roman temple of Diana. The buildings largely survived the French Revolution.
0.4 miS
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Musée Rolin, Autun
11 min walk • The Musée Rolin is an art museum in Autun, Burgundy, France.
0.5 miS
Museum
Musée Verger-Tarin, Autun
14 min walk • The Musée Verger-Tarin is a museum in Autun, France.
~1420 ftN
Specialty museum, Museum, Archaeological museum
Musée Lapidaire Saint-Nicolas, Autun
7 min walk • The Musée lapidaire Saint-Nicolas is an archaeological museum in Autun, France. It is housed in the former Saint-Nicolas chapel, dating from the 12th century.
0.5 miNE
City gate
Porte Saint-André, Autun
14 min walk • The Saint-André gate, also called Langres gate, is one of the four gates pierced in the Augustan enclosure of Augustodunum with the Arroux gate.
0.6 miN
City gate
Porte d'Arroux, Autun
16 min walk • The Arroux gate or Sens gate is one of the entrance gates of Augustodunum in the French department of Saône-et-Loire.
1.4 miNE
Monastery
Abbey of Saint-Symphorien, Autun
35 min walk • The Abbey of St. Symphorian, Autun, is a former abbey, later a priory, of Benedictine monks located outside the walls of Autun in Burgundy, France.
0.5 miE
46°57'10"N • 4°18'35"E
Théatre romain, Autun
13 min walk • Historical place, Theater, Concerts and shows
0.9 miSE
Memorial
Pyramide de Couhard, Autun
23 min walk • The pyramid of Couhard is an ancient monument standing near the ancient necropolis of "Champ des Urnes" in Autun, a French commune of Saône-et-Loire. This pyramid, which overlooks the city of Autun, was probably built in the first century AD.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Abbey of Saint-Jean-le-Grand?

Nearby attractions include Abbey of St Andoche, Autun (7 min walk), Musée Lapidaire Saint-Nicolas, Autun (7 min walk), Musée Rolin, Autun (11 min walk), Autun Cathedral, Autun (12 min walk).

How to get to Abbey of Saint-Jean-le-Grand by public transport?

The nearest stations to Abbey of Saint-Jean-le-Grand:

Bus

Gare routière (10 min walk)
Autun - Saint-Jean • Lines: Ter 15, Ter 17 (12 min walk)

Train

Autun (10 min walk)