Visit to the Royal Abbey

A must-see site in Celles-sur-Belle . What to see and do at the Royal Abbey of Celles-sur-Belle:

The Royal Abbey of Celles-sur-Belle is a place of calm and beauty, offering several points of interest for visitors:

• The gardens, the park and the river : Enjoy a peaceful stroll through the abbey's gardens and park, along the riverbank.
• The historic rooms : Discover remarkable pieces such as the old clock and 18th-century costumes.
• The monastic cell : Visit an authentic monastic cell, with its period furniture and preserved parquet floors.
• The Abbot's Room : Explore the Abbot's room, with its listed furniture and parquet floors, testifying to the luxury and comfort of the era.
• Museum of vintage motorcycles.

A visit to the Royal Abbey of Celles-sur-Belle immerses you in monastic history and allows you to discover the architectural evolution of this exceptional site.

Opening Hours and Prices

Visiting hours:

• FROM MAY 7 TO JUNE 13, 2025 Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays From 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• FROM JUNE 16 TO SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 Monday to Friday From 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• FROM SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 17, 2025 Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays From 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 - Heritage Day
• OPEN DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS (except Christmas holidays) Monday to Friday From 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• EXCEPTIONAL CLOSURES IN 2025
  • - June 26th (private event)
  • - June 27, 28 and 29 (horn competition)
  • - July 13th (fireworks preparation): park also closed to the public.
  • - September 5th, 6th and 7th (September Pilgrimage)

Individual rates for the Royal Abbey, Abbey Church & Vintage Motorcycle Museum (audio guide ) :

• Adult price: €10.00

• Under 18s: free