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Montreuil on the sea

The origins of Montreuil, whose name derives from the Latin 'monasteriolum' (small monastery), are closely linked to its religious history. The abbey church of Saint-Saulve in Montreuil-sur-Mer was built in the 12th century and is located on the site of an older monastery dedicated to Saint Walloy, founded in the 10th century. In 926, the monks of Landévennec (Finistère) fled the Norman invasions and found refuge in Montreuil, where they founded the abbey of Saint-Walloy (local deformation of the name Saint Guénolé). In 1111, this abbey changed its name when the remains of Saint-Saulve were brought there. In its original design, the building had a layout typical of pilgrimage churches with an ambulatory and radiating chapels. In the Middle Ages, the numerous relics attracted pilgrims to Montreuil and gave the town a character of holiness. It was then nicknamed 'The Necropolis of Ponthieu'. The reconstruction after the earthquake of 1467 caused the collapse of at least six religious buildings, including the Hôtel-Dieu and the Saint-Saulve church, which was completely rebuilt at the beginning of the 16th century.

Valloires Abbey and Gardens offer a unique combination of historical and botanical attractions, as you can explore the only complete 18th century Cistercian abbey in France and admire the 5,000 species and varieties of rare roses and shrubs in the gardens. The gardens were designed by the famous landscaper Gilles Clément and follow the natural relief of the valley, with a difference of 25 meters between the highest and lowest part. You can also enjoy creative and modern cuisine based on plants, flowers and fruit at the Gardener's Table, or buy local specialties at the boutique. The abbey and gardens are open all year round and host various events such as Ladybug Day, Painters' Day and the Pumpkin Festival. Don't miss discovering this rare and astonishing site in the heart of Picardy!

Montreuil is a royal citadel built in the 16th century on the foundations of an ancient castle. You can explore the citadel and its fortifications, admire the architecture and views of the Canche valley, and discover the history of the site. You can also visit the museum located inside the citadel, which features exhibits on the military and natural heritage of the region.

The abbey church is 11th century; the northeastern side of the tower, which serves as a portal, is still original. The church was rebuilt in the 13th and 16th centuries. The new vaults were lower, which is why it is so dark. Inside, view the capital friezes to the right of the nave, and two 18th century paintings: above the high altar "The Vision of St Dominic" by Jouvenet; left in the chapelle Notre-dame, "The entry into the monastery of St-Austreberthe" by Restout.

The site of the Foraine d'Authie is made up of a series of bodies of water resulting from the exploitation of old ridges of pebbles. This former quarry, in the process of being recolonized by the natural environment, has been the subject of recent developments for ornithological purposes (islets, mudflats, etc.), associated with the grazing of all the meadows. These allow a large public to enjoy the discovery of the site and to admire the Spoonbills, Cormorants, Mediterranean Gulls, Avocets, Mergansers, etc., which occupy this natural space.

The site of the Foraine d'Authie is made up of a series of bodies of water resulting from the exploitation of old ridges of pebbles. This former quarry, in the process of being recolonized by the natural environment, has been the subject of recent developments for ornithological purposes (islets, mudflats, etc.), associated with the grazing of all the meadows. These allow a large public to enjoy the discovery of the site and to admire the Spoonbills, Cormorants, Mediterranean Gulls, Avocets, Mergansers, etc., which occupy this natural space.