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Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque (Sénanque Abbey)

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This abbey was founded on the 9th of the Calends of July 1148 by a dozen of Cistercians monks and is now a popular tourist attraction, famous for its lavender gardens. One of the most pure examples of the primitive Cistercian architecture, a community of Cistercians monks is currently living in the Abbey of Sénanque, still following the rule of Saint Benedict.
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Category

Cistercian Abbey

Consists

Abbey
- Gift Shop
- Spiritual Retreat (30€ per day per room for 1 pax)
Lavender Fields

Price / Entry Fee

8 € per adult (Guided tour)
9,50 € per adult (Unguided tour)

Opening Hours

9 AM - 5 PM
(Timings may vary; Check website for details)

Driving, Parking & Travel Info

Free parking lots available

Known For

Flower Attraction
Popular Wedding Photoshoot Location

Best Time to Visit

Lavender Bloom: Late July to Early August

Day Trip from Major Cities

1 hour drive from Avignon
1.5 hour drive from Marseille
2 hour drive from Montpellier
2.5 hour drive from Saint-Tropez
3 hour drive from Lyon or Nice (City)

Sénanque Abbey, Gordes, France

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