The Clairmont Abbey in Olivet was founded in the 12th century. It retains much of its original buildings, and is now classified as a historic monument.
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Founded in 1152 by Bernard of Clairvaux in the countryside, the Clairmont Abbey or Clermont Abbey in a very pure Cistercian model of architecture.
Founded in 1152 by Bernard of Clairvaux in the countryside, the Clairmont Abbey or Clermont Abbey is a very pure Cistercian model of architecture. .
From the 12th to the 15th century, the Abbey was the Lords of Laval's necropolis.
A wide part of its original building is still visible. The wide and impressive abbey church, the cellar, the...