Discover a medieval rock-cut monastery
Just outside Beaucaire, in the heart of Provence, Saint-Roman Abbey is a remarkable medieval monastery partly carved into a limestone hill.
Its origins date back to around the year 1000, probably the 11th century, when a community of monks settled on this rocky site overlooking the Rhône Valley.
A short walk through the Mediterranean landscape leads from the car park to the top of the hill.
During your visit, you will discover:
- the chapel carved into the rock;
- monastic cells and rock-cut rooms;
- cisterns and storage spaces;
- the remains of the medieval monastery;
- a large rock-cut necropolis with hundreds of graves;
- the remains of later medieval fortifications.
From the upper terrace, enjoy a panoramic view over the Rhône Valley, Provence and the Alpilles.
Visit at your own pace
Saint-Roman Abbey is visited independently, at your own pace.
A 6-page colour guide in English is included with your admission ticket and explains the different parts of the monument and its history.
Allow around 10 to 15 minutes to walk uphill from the garden car park to the Abbey.
The site includes uneven paths, steps and rocky areas and is not recommended for visitors with reduced mobility.
Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash.
Admission
Adults: €6
Students, teachers and job seekers : €5
Under 18 : free
Groups of 10 people or more : € 5.
Payment can be made on site by cash or credit card.
Opening hours
Saint-Roman Abbey is open throughout most of the year, with opening hours changing according to the season.
Opening may also be affected by extreme weather, heat or wildfire risk.
Allow 10 to 15 minutes to walk from the car park to the entrance. Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
Practical information
The car park is supervised only during Abbey opening hours.
Smoking is strictly prohibited in the car park, along the paths and throughout the site.
There are currently no toilets at the Abbey.
Make the most of your visit to Beaucaire
Your individual Saint-Roman Abbey ticket also gives you:
- free admission to the Mas des Tourelles, an archaeological site in Beaucaire featuring a reconstructed Gallo-Roman wine cellar; Present your abbey ticket. More information.
- a reduced admission rate at the Archaeological Museum of Beaucaire.