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Visit to the abbey recommended

Impressive, substantial town hall for Tournus

A beautiful city with museums.

This beautiful city has a two-thousand-year history. Saint-Philibert Abbey, dating from the 11th and 12th centuries, is the main attraction today. But Tournus has more than one trick up his sleeve. The bicycle museum, the Hôtel-Dieu, the old town and the colorful facades giving a Mediterranean feel are some of the gems of Tournus. Most ? A meal in one of the excellent restaurants which contribute to the influence of the town.

The monumental building was created in the 4th part of the 18th century, there is also a bar 😃

The town of Tournus with approximately 6,000 inhabitants, located on the banks of the Saône, allows visitors to discover its abbey and its remarkable Saint-Philibert Abbey church, a gem of Romanesque architecture. During a walk around the abbey you will discover the picturesque alleys with old houses.

From here you have a beautiful view of Saint-Philibert Abbey which is a masterpiece of Romanesque art. The monument is open every day from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

A charming little town on the banks of the Saône with narrow streets to explore for an afternoon. Art and history lovers will enjoy visiting the Saint-Philibert church and the Hôtel-Dieu museum of fine arts and archeology.