The Saint Martin de Plaimpied abbey was originally built in a largely wooded environment on the west bank of the Auron valley. It asserts itself as one of the most representative buildings of Romanesque Art in Berry.
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This 11th-century abbey church features a beautiful stone floor and wooden ceiling. Richard II, Archbishop of Bourges and pioneer of the Gregorian Reforms, is buried here.

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Old abbey built between 1080 and 1177 whose capitals are magnificently sculpted and in incredible condition. It has been listed as a Historic Monument since 1840.

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Location: Plaimpied-Givaudins, Bourges, Centre-Val de Loire, France

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