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Abbaye de Cîteaux
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The austere Cistercian order was founded at this abbey near Clos de Vougeot at St-Nicolas-lès-Cîteaux in 1098 by Robert de Molesmes, and the complex has housed monks ever since. Destroyed and rebuilt over the centuries, it is, understandably, a mix of styles and epochs: 13th-century cloisters, a 16th-century library, and a large, imposing 18th-century main building form an eclectic ensemble. From D996, follow signs pointing the way along a short country road that breaks off from the road to Château de Gilly, a four-star hotel. Call ahead for a guided tour.
- Address: Off D996, Vougeot, 21700 | Map It
- Phone: 03-80-61-32-58
- Cost: €7.50 guided tour
- Hours: July and Aug., Tues.--Sat. 9:45--6:30, Sun. noon--6:30; May, June, and Sept., Wed.--Sat. 9:45--12:45 and 2:15--6, Sun. noon--6; see website for tour times
- Website: www.citeaux-abbaye.com
- Location: Clos de Vougeot
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