Situated in the Saugeais Republic, Montbenoît Abbey, founded in the 12th century by the Sire de Joux, is the best-preserved medieval religious complex in the Doubs.
It boasts 42 remarkable carved wooden stalls, a 12th and 15th century cloister, chapels and a monks' kitchen. Since 2017, a visit to the Musée de la République du Saugeais has been included with a tour of the Abbey.
Guided tours every day in July and August and unguided tours the rest of the year during Tourist Office opening hours.
Partner site of the Route des Monts et Merveilles de Franche-Comté.
- French, German, English
- Credit card, Cheques and postal orders, Cash
- Pets welcome
- Parking
- Toilettes
- Shop
- Room rental
- Wireless service
From 01/10/2024 to 31/10/2024
Prices :- Base rate - full rate adult : 6€
- Rate for unemployed persons : 4€
- Group rate : 4€
- Children's group rate : 2€
- Student's rate : 4€
Masks must be worn (can be purchased on site). Maximum 40 people per guided tour or at the same time on a self-guided tour of the monument. Health pass required since August 9th.