L'Abbaye Saint-Martin d'Ainay, Lyon
Facade of the 12th-century
Abbaye Saint-Martin d'Ainay.
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In the center of Lyon, between the city's two rivers, is the Abbey of St Martin d'Ainay, a Romanesque Benedictine monastery. The architecture of the abbey itself is not overly remarkable, but it is worth a look for its venerable age and well-restored artwork.
The abbey church of St Martin is Lyon's oldest church, constructed in 1107. A masterpiece of Lyon's Romanesque art, its restoration in the 19th century revealed the full beauty of its capitals, medallions and porch bell tower.
Quick Facts
| Address: |
Place d'Ainay, 11 rue Bourgelat, 69002 LYON |
| Neighborhood: |
Presqu'Ile |
| Location: |
south of place Bellecour, near Place Ampère |
| Phone: |
04-72-40-02-50 |
| Metro: |
line A, Ampere stop |
| Hours: |
daily from 8:30 to 11:30am and 3 to 6:30pm |
| Cost: |
Free |
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