Visit Pontigny Abbey
Just 30 kilometers from our hotel in Joigny, Pontigny Abbey is one of the jewels of the Yonne region's heritage.
Founded nearly 900 years ago, it is one of the largest Cistercian abbeys in Europe and will impress you with its majestic architecture and timeless simplicity.
Today, this historically rich site is opening up to new experiences, blending heritage, contemporary art, and ecotourism around an estate dedicated to the land and the arts.
From the Hotel Le Paris-Nice, explore this exceptional site through various immersive tours.
Dive into a unique sensory experience with an immersive audio tour lasting approximately 45 minutes.
Equipped with binaural headphones, you'll follow the story of a monk who guides you through the centuries.
This visit brings the Abbey of Pontigny and its iconic figures back to life: Cistercian monks, master builders, Queen Adèle, and Archbishop Thomas Becket.
An original and captivating way to discover the history of the site, immersed in its spiritual atmosphere.
As night falls, the Abbey reveals a completely different side. During the nighttime tour, let yourself be guided by lantern light in an atmosphere that is both mysterious and enchanting.
Accompanied by the sound of the acoustic organ, this approximately 1.5-hour tour transports you to a timeless world. Between stories, legends, and the silence of the stones, the experience becomes almost mystical.
To fully understand the history and architecture of the Abbey of Pontigny, a guided tour with a cultural mediator is essential.
For approximately one hour, you will explore the 12th-century abbey church, the lay brothers' quarters, and the gardens.
You will also discover the daily life of the Cistercian monks and Pontigny's significant role in religious history.
This tour is suitable for both history enthusiasts and those simply curious to learn more about this iconic site.
Practical Information:
Immersive Sound Tour: Every day, at any time (last departure 1 hour before closing) – Adults: €10 - Children (7 to 12 years): €6
Evening Tour: Evening tour dates can be found in the Calendar section of the Pontigny Abbey website – flat rate: €18
Historical Guided Tour: From November 3rd to the end of February: by reservation only, weekdays at 11:00 AM and weekends and public holidays at 3:00 PM – Adults: €13 - Children (7 to 12 years): €6
Our Hotel-Restaurant Le Paris-Nice** welcomes you to Joigny: book one of our 10 comfortable and fully equipped rooms to discover the heritage of the Yonne region!
Founded nearly 900 years ago, it is one of the largest Cistercian abbeys in Europe and will impress you with its majestic architecture and timeless simplicity.
Today, this historically rich site is opening up to new experiences, blending heritage, contemporary art, and ecotourism around an estate dedicated to the land and the arts.
From the Hotel Le Paris-Nice, explore this exceptional site through various immersive tours.
Immersive Audio Tour
Dive into a unique sensory experience with an immersive audio tour lasting approximately 45 minutes.
Equipped with binaural headphones, you'll follow the story of a monk who guides you through the centuries.
This visit brings the Abbey of Pontigny and its iconic figures back to life: Cistercian monks, master builders, Queen Adèle, and Archbishop Thomas Becket.
An original and captivating way to discover the history of the site, immersed in its spiritual atmosphere.
Nighttime Tour
As night falls, the Abbey reveals a completely different side. During the nighttime tour, let yourself be guided by lantern light in an atmosphere that is both mysterious and enchanting.
Accompanied by the sound of the acoustic organ, this approximately 1.5-hour tour transports you to a timeless world. Between stories, legends, and the silence of the stones, the experience becomes almost mystical.
Historical Guided Tour
To fully understand the history and architecture of the Abbey of Pontigny, a guided tour with a cultural mediator is essential.
For approximately one hour, you will explore the 12th-century abbey church, the lay brothers' quarters, and the gardens.
You will also discover the daily life of the Cistercian monks and Pontigny's significant role in religious history.
This tour is suitable for both history enthusiasts and those simply curious to learn more about this iconic site.
Practical Information:
Immersive Sound Tour: Every day, at any time (last departure 1 hour before closing) – Adults: €10 - Children (7 to 12 years): €6
Evening Tour: Evening tour dates can be found in the Calendar section of the Pontigny Abbey website – flat rate: €18
Historical Guided Tour: From November 3rd to the end of February: by reservation only, weekdays at 11:00 AM and weekends and public holidays at 3:00 PM – Adults: €13 - Children (7 to 12 years): €6
A must-see during your stay at our hotel
Our Hotel-Restaurant Le Paris-Nice** welcomes you to Joigny: book one of our 10 comfortable and fully equipped rooms to discover the heritage of the Yonne region!
