Abbaye Sainte Marie du Gué de Trizay

The 1st Cistercian abbey in the Vendée! Under restoration

The historian Léon CHAIGNE dates the foundation of the abbey to 1137 and its consecration to 15 August 1145. A daughter of Pontigny, Sainte Marie du Gué de Trizay was the first Cistercian abbey in the Vendée. The first known bishop was Jean de Trizay, who went on to help found the abbey of Notre Dame de Ré on the Ile de Ré between 1165 and 1170.
Protection
The remains of the former abbey, including the former abbey church, the remains of the east wing of the conventual building, the 18th century building to the south and the floor of the former cloister, were listed by decree on 10 April 1989.

An association, "les festivités du Gué de Trizay", is responsible for organising the site.
Download the application from our website to follow the events.

April - May - June
Open by reservation only

Mid to late June and September
Saturday & Sunday (other days by prior arrangement)

July and August
Every afternoon
Opening times (summer): 2 pm - 7 pm
Visiting hours: 2.30 pm - 4.30 pm - 5.30 pm (last visit)

Out of season, tours of the Abbey are available by appointment.