Abbaye de Valsaintes, Simiane la Rotonde

Check in: 12:00 (12:00pm) - 20:00 (8:00pm) (no arrivals allowed outside this window)

Check out: 06:00 (6:00am) - 10:00 (10:00am)

History

The abbey of Valsaintes also known as the abbey of Simiane (or of Boulinette or of Bolinette) is a former Cistercian abbey, founded by the monks of Silvacane, located on the territory of the municipality of Simiane-la-Rotonde, in the Alpes-de -Haute-Provence, near the Albion plateau. From 1996 to 1999, part of the buildings were restored and the garden was converted into a rose garden. The site has been open to the public since 1999.

Today, having no more religious community on site, the abbey inspires people from all over the world to spirituality and personal renewal.

Food & beverage

In the organic bistro-style restaurant, influences mingle through daily homemade cuisine, which changes with the seasons, to share with you a local gourmet experience.

Thanks to the generosity of the products of the Provençal soil, carried by the work with the producers of the region, mainly organic, the restaurant is always animated by the deep will to respect the living and the earth.

Grounds & Gardens

The garden of the Abbey of Valsaintes invites you to discover during your visit its history, its remarkable garden but also those who bring it to life and bring it to life through guided tours, garden events and Gregorian chant.

The garden of the Abbey of Valsaintes is open to visitors during opening hours.

Visiting the garden is an invitation to wonder, stroll, relax and serenity allied to the pleasure of discovering an exceptional natural, historical and spiritual space.

To understand this place and soak up its peaceful atmosphere, it is advisable to spend two hours there, or even more if you are touched by the quality of life that emerges from it!

Other facilities

Following the Coronavirus pandemic, several measures have been put in place aimed at the safety of all. You will be able to come and visit the garden serenely.

Flow management

Establishment of a separate entrance and exit on busy days. Entrance to the large gate and exit through the shop. The path will be indicated.

The visitor route inside the garden is marked with yellow arrows.

Mask recommended

In enclosed areas only: church, slide show, shop

Health and Safety

• Provision of hydroalcoholic solutions to visitors
• Regular cleaning of premises and door handles
• Installation of protections at the cash desks and at the ticket office
• Please respect the barrier gestures inside the garden.