Saint-Benoît-sur-Loire: Museums, Exhibitions & Discounts

Saint-Benoît-sur-Loire is a commune located in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France, situated along the Loire River. The town is primarily known for its remarkable Benedictine Abbey of Fleury, also known as the Abbey of Saint-Benoît-sur-Loire, which dates back to the 7th century.

This abbey is one of the most important Romanesque religious buildings in France and houses the relics of Saint Benedict of Nursia, the founder of the Benedictine order. The architecture of the abbey, particularly its tower-porch and carved capitals, represents a significant example of Romanesque art. The town maintains its historical character, with the abbey continuing to be an active monastery and an important center for religious culture and architectural heritage in the Loire Valley.