SAINT-ÉTIENNE-DE-BASSAC ABBEY
Abbey with a church classified as a historical monument on the banks of the Charente, guided tours offered by the tourist office
Set amidst the vineyards between Angoulême and Cognac, Bassac Abbey boasts Gothic, Baroque and Classical architecture. A place of spirituality dedicated to Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, the abbey was founded in the 11th century and has witnessed history from the installation of the first Benedictine monks to the many reforms, destructions and renovations. It's a must-see site, but one that's kept alive with cultural programming and tours throughout the year.
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