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Royal Monastery of Brou

Historic site and monument, Historic patrimony, Religious heritage, Cloister, Church, Monastery, 16th C, Gothic, Renaissance in Bourg-en-Bresse

  • Whether you're mad about culture, history, architecture, art or even love, discover this unique monument in France! Born 5 centuries ago from the love of an exceptional woman, Marguerite of Austria, for her late husband.

  • Admire the church, a masterpiece of flamboyant Gothic, with its abundant stonework and 3 princely tombs. Get caught up in the fabulous destiny of the founding princess and discover what life was like for the monks in days gone by.

    In the Musée des Beaux-Arts, explore several centuries of art history, from the 11th century to the present day.

    With family, friends or on your own, explore this multi-faceted site all year round. At the crossroads of the plastic, visual and performing arts,...
    Admire the church, a masterpiece of flamboyant Gothic, with its abundant stonework and 3 princely tombs. Get caught up in the fabulous destiny of the founding princess and discover what life was like for the monks in days gone by.

    In the Musée des Beaux-Arts, explore several centuries of art history, from the 11th century to the present day.

    With family, friends or on your own, explore this multi-faceted site all year round. At the crossroads of the plastic, visual and performing arts, the Royal Monastery of Brou offers a lively and unexpected program for everyone!
  • Environment
    • Close to a motorway
    • Town location
    • Close to a public transportation
    • Bus stop < 500 m
  • Spoken languages
    • English
    • French
    • Qualité Tourisme™
  • Groups (Max capacity)
    • 2  Person (s) mini
Services
  • Accessibility
    • Hearing disability
    • Visual disability
    • Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
    • Reserved space 330 cm wide < 100 m from the site
    • Doors >=77 cm wide
    • Lift (80 x 130 cm) and door >= 77 cm
    • Reception desk between 70-80 cm high
    • Site, building totally accessible
    • Possibility of drop-off in front of the site
    • Visual alarm with flash light
    • Magnetic loop available at the reception
    • Documentation available in Braille
    • Visit tools
    • Visible exterior pathways (contrast/relief) from PRM parking space to accessible entrance
    • Visit aids
    • Easy French documentation
  • Activities
    • Temporary exhibition
    • Children's entertainment
    • Activity
    • Calligraphy
    • Plastic arts
    • Discovery
    • History
    • Personal development
    • Creative hobbies
    • Heritage
    • Escape game
  • Equipment
    • Coach parking
    • Parking nearby
    • Meeting room
    • Car park
    • Exhibition space
    • Lift
    • Video projector
    • Paper board
    • Screen
    • Microphone
    • Chair
  • Services
    • Educational visits
    • Coach access
    • Room hire
    • Themed tour
    • Shop
    • Set down on-site for groups
    • Guided tours
    • Restaurant in the close vicinity
    • Accommodation in the close vicinity
    • Concert/events
    • Convention
    • Family Reception/drinks reception
    • Seminar/meeting
Rates
Payment methods
  • Bank/credit card
  • Check
  • Travellers Cheque
  • Cash
  • Rates
    Adult: €11 (Other prices: see our website).

    Free for children under 26.

    News, information and tickets at www.monastere-de-brou.fr.
Openings
  • From January 28, 2026
    until March 30, 2026
  • On March 31, 2026
  • From April 1, 2026
    until July 1, 2026
  • On July 2, 2026
  • From July 3, 2026
    until September 30, 2026
  • Monday
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Sunday
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Last access 30 min before closing time, evacuation 15 min before closing time. As a precaution, please consult our website before coming.
  • Tuesday
    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Last access 30 min before closing time, evacuation 15 min before closing time. As a precaution, please consult our website before coming.
  • Monday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Last access 30 min before closing time, evacuation 15 min before closing time. As a precaution, please consult our website before coming.
  • Thursday
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Last access 30 min before closing time, evacuation 15 min before closing time. As a precaution, please consult our website before coming.
  • Monday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Sunday
    9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Last access 30 min before closing time, evacuation 15 min before closing time. As a precaution, please consult our website before coming.
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