Abbey of Saint-Riquier
Abbaye de Saint-Riquier
An ancient abbey with origins in the Carolingian era, whose surviving flamboyant Gothic abbey church hosts a classical music festival each summer.
Saint-Riquier Abbey dates back to the 7th century and was one of the most important abbeys of the Frankish kingdom in Charlemagne's time. The surviving abbey church was rebuilt in the 15th and 16th centuries and is a masterpiece of the flamboyant Gothic style, with richly carved façades and fine woodwork and frescoes inside. The abbey buildings now serve as a cultural center, and the Saint-Riquier Classical Music Festival is held every July. The church can be visited free of charge, while the abbey exhibitions and gardens require tickets. The town lies about 9 kilometers east of Abbeville and works well as a combined trip with Abbeville.
Opening hours
About 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Collegiate Church of Saint-Vulfran
- Samara Archaeological Park
- Château de Rambures
- Belfry of Amiens
- Saint-Leu Quarter
- Musée de Picardie
- Amiens Cathedral
- Jules Verne House