Christmas in Fontevraud
Fontevraud, a jewel of Romanesque art
The Royal Abbey of Fontevraud, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a place steeped in history and spirituality. This exceptional monument offers a unique setting for celebrating Christmas.
Every year, Fontevraud is decked out in a thousand lights to welcome visitors looking for a festive and cultural experience.
A program rich in emotions
For Christmas 2024, Fontevraud is once again offering a varied program, mixing traditions, arts and surprises.
- An immersive artistic journey: the abbey is transformed into a jewel box. On the theme of Christmas, discover light installations, sound works and video projections that together create a magical and dreamlike atmosphere.
- Christmas concerts: classical music lovers will be delighted! Several concerts are organized at the abbey, ranging from baroque to contemporary. The voices of the choir and the melodies of the instruments transport you to a better world.
Passionate about art, music or simply looking for the magic of Christmas, Fontevraud will not leave you indifferent.
Practical information
- From December 1st to 22nd, every Sunday, discover a different musical show (between 1 a.m. and 1:30 a.m.).
- Come celebrate Christmas with Aliénor on December 14, 2024: workshops, snack and drone performance.
- On December 23 and 27, 2024 and January 3, 2025, take part in the night tour of the abbey in lights.
- From December 26, storytelling tours and workshops on the theme of Christmas at Fontevraud.
Stay in a charming hotel near the Fontevraud Abbey
The La Croix Blanche hotel is a historic residence, located opposite the royal abbey of Fontevraud. You couldn't be more ready!
It offers:
- 24 comfortable rooms
- A traditional restaurant with seasonal cuisine
- An outdoor swimming pool
- A garden
- A car park
- Search terminals for electric cars (from May 2025)…
Discover all the hotel's services in Anjou-Touraine
Ideally located on the Loire Valley and Loire à Vélo castle routes, the hotel is the perfect starting point for exploring the region.
- A day trip to Angers
- Discover the Doué-en-Anjou Bioparc
- Visit the Château de Montreuil-Bellay and its wine estate
Don't miss our article What to do in Fontevraud in a weekend?
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