Abbaye de Daoulas
Abbey in Brest
The Abbaye de Daoulas is a historic abbey in Brittany, founded in the 12th century by the Canons Regular of Saint Augustine. Located in the town of Daoulas, just 15 minutes from Brest, it is renowned for its Romanesque cloister, 12th-century abbey church, and medicinal plant gardens.
The abbey’s gardens, labeled “Jardin Remarquable,” feature over 300 species of medicinal and aromatic plants from around the world, creating a tranquil and educational space. The site also hosts annual exhibitions, workshops, and cultural events, making it a vibrant center for heritage and botanical studies.
Visitors can explore the abbey’s interpretation trail, which provides insights into its history and the significance of its gardens. The abbey’s photographic exhibitions, displayed both within the site and throughout the town of Daoulas, add a contemporary artistic dimension to the experience.
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Visiting Abbaye de Daoulas
5 April > 1 June: Daily from 1.30pm to 6pm
2 June > 17 September: Daily from 10.30am to 7pm
18 September > 3 December: Daily from 1.30pm to 6pm
€9.00
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Bridge in Brest - Océanopolis (13.0) km
Aquarium in Brest - Conservatoire Botanique du Vallon du Stang-Alar (14.4) km
Gardens in Brest - Port of Brest (16.3) km
Port in Brest - Cours Dajot (16.6) km
Walk in Brest - Musée des Beaux-Arts de Brest (16.8) km
Gallery in Brest - Téléphérique de Brest (17.0) km
Cable Car in Brest - Musée National de la Marine (17.0) km
Museum in Brest - Château de Brest (17.0) km
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