Fifteen centuries of Breton history
The ruins of the abbey stand on the banks of the river Aulne, in a magnificent setting. The abbey was founded by St Guénolé at the end of the 5th Century. It was burnt down by the Vikings in 913. Many times rebuilt, the abbey disappears after the French revolution before its rebirth in 1950 near its original site.
The museum of History and Archaeology
The museum displays artefacts discovered during archaeological excavations. It traces the eventful past of this abbey steeped in Briton History for more than 15 centuries. Scale models represent the different construction phases from the 6th to the 17th century.
The medieval physic garden
The medieval physic garden is inspired by archaeological discoveries and by mediaeval texts. It is modelled on a monastic garden from c. 900 AD. The virtues of these forgotten plants are drawing attention once again nowadays in cuisine and in “Granny’s” herbal teas.
Opening hours and fees
2024 opening hours
From 31th March to 30th June
Monday - Friday : 10.30 am - 6 pm
Sunday and Saturday : 10.30 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 6 pm
From 1st July to 22nd September :
Monday - Sunday : 10.30 am - 7 pm
From 23rd September to 3rd November:
Monday - Friday : 10.30 am - 6 pm
Sunday and Saturday : 10.30 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 6 pm
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Last admission: 30 min before closing time.
Groups of more than 10 persons are admitted throughout the year on appointment.
Admission fees
(archaeological site, museum and special exhibitions)
Individuals: 7 €
Concessions: 4 € (8-17 years old, disabled visitors), 6 € (8-25 years old)
Schools and summer camps: 3 €
Free admission : children under 8, person accompanying a disabled visitor, holders of a valid ICOM/ICOMOS card.
Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children): 20 €
Annual membership : 15 €
Ancienne abbaye de Landévennec
29 560 LANDEVENNEC
+33 (0)2 98 27 35 90
GPS : 48° 17' 28.946" N 4° 16' 2.815" W