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Fine Arts Exhibition
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Eglise Abbatiale Saint-Gildas de Saint-Gildas-des-Bois

Saint-Gildas-des-Bois

Built from ferruginous roussard sandstone in 1214, this Benedictine abbey church glows with contemporary stained-glass windows where glass children appear to follow your every step. A rare marriage of medieval architecture and haunting modern art.

Benedictine architecture
contemporary stained glass
12th-century history
contemplative atmosphere

Tips

👶"children sculpted in glass seem to watch you as you move. Eerie!"
🏛️lords of La Roche buried here since the 12th century
🌳stroll the park after your visit

Eglise Abbatiale Saint-Gildas de Saint-Gildas-des-Bois

Rue de l'Abbatiale, 44530 Saint-Gildas-des-Bois, France

+33 2 40 01 41 72

Upcoming at Eglise Abbatiale Saint-Gildas de Saint-Gildas-des-Bois

Friday, Jun 12
Balade contée nocturne

Balade contée nocturne

June 12 at 8pm

As the sun dips low, slip into the woods for a spellbinding evening where storytellers whisper the forest's secrets. Two guides lead you through shadowed paths, weaving tales of trees, creatures, and the magic that stirs when daylight fades.

Thursday, Jul 2
Visite de l'église abbatiale

Visite de l'église abbatiale

July 2

Step inside a 13th-century abbey church where medieval stone meets haunting modern art. Pascal Convert's stained-glass children seem to watch you move through the space: beautiful, eerie, and utterly unforgettable.

1000 ans de l'abbatiale théâtre de plein air son et lumière

1000 ans de l'abbatiale théâtre de plein air son et lumière

July 2 at 7pm

A thousand years of drama, devotion, and revolution unfold against the ancient abbey walls. This outdoor sound and light show traces the site's journey from Benedictine monastery through war and upheaval to its modern role.

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