Why choose this Mâcon tour ?
The Abbey of Cluny was founded in 910 by William the Pious, Duke of Aquitaine. He dedicated the lands of Cluny to the apostles Peter and Paul, thus protecting the Abbey against the power of the Bishop and the local landowners. He appointed Bernon as the first Abbot. The monks followed the Benedictine Order. It was sold as a national asset in 1798. Your ticket allows you direct access inside this sumptuous abbey.
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What makes Burgundy Cluny Abbey Entrance Ticket a unique experience ?
Make your own way to the Cluny Abbey in Burgundy. Once inside, set out on a self-guided tour and spend as long as you like exploring the magnificent castle.
By the end of the 11th century, Cluny Abbey was one of the most important capitals in Christian Europe. It was at the head of a network of nearly 1,400 dependencies and around 10,000 monks all over Europe. In 1088, work began on the “Maior Ecclesia”, the largest Romanesque church ever built, with vaulted arches 30 metres high. A century later, the narthex was constructed. The Abbey of Cluny, the ‘Maior Ecclesia’ or Cluny III, was therefore the largest church in Christendom for nearly 400 years.
Today, the parts that remain, such as the Southern arm of the large transept or the small Southern transept, offer an idea of the immensity of this building.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Entrance is free for anyone under the age of 18 years old. Citizens from the European Union can visit for free if they are aged between 18 and 25 years old (an ID is necessary).
- The monument is closed on: January 1st, May 1st, November 1st and 11th, December 25th.
- Please note that travellers will not receive any refund regardless of cancellation status, even if the monument is closed on your visit date, you can use this ticket any other open day.
- Last access to the abbey 45 minutes before closing. Last access to the museum 30 minutes before closing.
- Please note it closes at 4pm on the 24th and 31st December 2024.
- Please note that access to the monument will be free on September 21th and 22th during the European Heritage Days. The monument is also free the first Sunday of each month from November to March.
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- Cluny Abbey Entrance Ticket
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- Transport to/ from attraction
- Food and drinks
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Centre des Monuments Nationaux.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Paris.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- This Tour is Rated 3.5 Stars based on 31 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 9 Travelers is accepted for booking.
This ticket provides direct entry into the attraction.
