Saint-Riquier Abbey

Taking the RN28, after passing through the charming town of Abbeville, the true historical capital of Ponthieu, continue your journey to Saint-Riquier. This small town is renowned for its majestic abbey, a jewel of medieval architecture. Founded in the Middle Ages, the Abbey of Saint-Riquier now houses a departmental museum of rural life, immersing you in the traditions, skills, and daily lives of the region's inhabitants throughout the centuries. Between guided tours, exhibitions, and reenactments, you will discover an exceptional wealth of heritage and culture, a symbol of a history that lives on through the ages.