Montmajour Abbey Ticket

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Montmajour Abbey in Provence has inspired renowned artists, including Vincent Van Gogh. Discover the significance of this site and purchase your entry ticket.

Montmajour Abbey Entry Ticket

Situated in the picturesque region of Provence, near Arles, the Abbey of St. Peter at Montmajour stands out as one of the most remarkable Benedictine monuments from the medieval era in southern France.

By obtaining your ticket to Montmajour Abbey, you will have the opportunity to navigate through its intriguing rooms, revealing the history of this historic monastery. Take time to wander through the breathtaking cloister of Montmajour, an exquisite representation of Provencal Romanesque architecture. Be sure to visit the impressive chapter house, adorned with a stunning barrel vault that marked an architectural advancement of its time.

Your ticket also comes with a brochure detailing some of the most captivating legends surrounding the abbey. Among these tales is the narrative of the True Cross, which suggests that the monks preserved a fragment of the original True Cross as a relic. Regardless of the veracity of this tale, the chapel of the Holy Cross remains an intriguing aspect of the abbey.

During your visit, you'll uncover how this serene sanctuary enchanted Vincent Van Gogh during his time in Provence, evidenced by various engravings and illustrations he created depicting the abbey.

Opening Hours

Montmajour Abbey is accessible during the following hours:

From April 1 to May 31: 10 am to 5 pm
From June 1 to September 30: 10 am to 6:15 pm
From October 1 to March 31: 10 am to 5 pm (closed on Mondays).

The final entry ticket is available for purchase one hour before closing time. During the summer months from June 1 to September 30, the last admission is at 5 pm.

Explore Other Abbeys in Provence

If you are keen to delve deeper into the legacy of medieval abbeys in Provence, you may also consider reserving a ticket for Le Thoronet Abbey.

Complimentary Admission

Entry to Montmajour Abbey is complimentary for the following groups:

Young individuals aged 18 to 25 from the European Union.
All children under 18 years old, irrespective of nationality.

Additionally, free entry is granted to everyone on the first Sunday of each month from January to March and November to December, as well as during the third weekend of September.

To obtain the complimentary entry, please visit the site's ticket office and present a valid document proving your eligibility for a free ticket.

Inclus

Ticket to Montmajour Abbey
Informative brochure

Politique d'annulation

Non rimborsabile

Accessibilité

Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. An accompanying person is required. Information in accessible formats. Provides signage for wayfinding and orientation. Information in easy-to-read format. Signage with easily recognisable pictograms. Security system and visual and audible alarm.

Informations importantes

Montmajour Abbey is located in the outskirts of Arles, on road D-17 (Route de Fontvieille).

Buses 29 and 57 run periodically from the center of Arles to the Montmajour Abbey. You can also opt to drive, which would take under 20 minutes.

Opening Times

Montmajour Abbey is open during the following times:

April 1 to May 31: 10 am to 5 pm
June 1 to September 30: 10 am to 6:15 pm
October 1 to March 31: 10 am to 5 pm. Closed on Mondays.

The last ticket is sold 1 hour before closing. For the summer season between June 1 and September 30, final admission is at 5 pm.

Please note: the indicated times are subject to last-minute changes. To check if there are any specific closures on the day of your visit, please visit the monument's website: http://www.abbaye-montmajour.fr/

Free Admission

Admission to the Montmajour Abbey is free for the following individuals:

Young people from the European Union between 18 and 25 years old.
Children under 18 years old, regardless of their nationality.

Admission is also free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month between January 1 and March 31, and between November 1 and December 31. Similarly, the 3rd weekend of September is free.

In order to acquire the free admission mentioned above, you'll have to go to the site’s ticket office and present a certifying document of your eligibility for a free ticket.