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A superb Cistercian abbey of Gothic architecture, founded by Saint Louis in 1228, a cultural center in Asnières-sur-Oise.
The Restaurant de l'Abbaye de Royaumont promises an experience to match its sublime setting. For over four years, the chef has been offering refined, inventive cuisine, using fresh, seasonal produce, much of it from the abbey's kitchen garden and French producers. The vaulted room in the north gallery offers a setting of rare beauty in which to enjoy an exceptional meal. In short, L'Abbaye de Royaumont is a unique venue for an unforgettable gastronomic escapade. Remember to book your table in advance, as the restaurant is very popular.
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Opening time and information on ROYAL ABBEY
From November 1st to March 31st, every day from 10am to 5:30pm. From April 1st to October 31st, every day from 10am to 6pm. Guided tours in low season: Saturday at 2:30 pm, 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm; Sunday and public holidays at noon (except January 1), 2:30 pm, 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm. Guided tours in high season: Saturday at 2:30 pm, 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm; Sunday and public holidays: noon, 2:30 pm, 3:45 pm, 5 pm. Free for children up to 2 years old. Full price 10 €, reduced 7,50 €, family 28 €. See website for hotels and restaurants.
Members' reviews on ROYAL ABBEY
My guess, however, is that those reviews are maybe for the hotel rather than for the abbey as a visitor attraction.
The entrance is very expensive for what you get. Only a handful of rooms are open, and the only one that will last in the memory is the monks dining room. The rest are just empty spaces with no real character or interest.
The proposed route begins with a cave filled with old light bulbs, with no explanation why this might be of interest. Then you go past various kitchen gardens, which are mostly abandoned to weeds.
On reaching the building you ever the cloister (no access to the garden) and the few open rooms are all accessed from there. You could do the whole thing in 10 minutes.
Privilégier la visite guidée du plus haut intérêt !