The Abbey of Pontlevoy, a national historical monument situated in the Loire Valley, was constructed in 1034. The Abbey offers a unique educational setting due to its rich history, traditional French gardens, and boasts a variety of architecture, including the renowned chapel and the main abbey building. The Eur-Am Center/Abbey hosts different American and European universities and associations, conferences, seminars, festivals, expositions and concerts throughout the year.
While the Abbey is not being occupied by specific programs, we offer rooms to those visiting the wonderful town of Pontlevoy, the Loire Valley, or just passing through. A stay at the Abbey provides you with an experience unlike many others. It gives adventurers an opportunity to be engulfed by the centuries of French culture, architecture, landscaping, and tranquility.
The rooms are an efficient size at an extremely affordable price per night. The rooms accommodate anywhere between 1-3 people. Each room consists of oak beds, desks, arm chairs, armoires, in stock heater, half or full bathrooms with standing showers, and Wi-Fi. Though the Abbey bedrooms do not include televisions or typical modern appliances, as an extra perk, each room provides you with a different, but magnificent view of the Abbey grounds. On the grounds of the Abbey there is a salle de theatre, cathedral, French garden, gathering halls, and kitchen. A stay at the Abbey of Pontlevoy does not include continental breakfast, but the Abbey is within walking distance to a newly renovated Bakery, a café/restaurant and a pizzeria where a variety of savory delights are sure to please everyone.
The Abbey is located in the center of the quaint village of Pontlevoy and allows you to take a true break from reality, providing you with a step back in time. With a stay at the Abbey you will have the opportunity to explore the 5.85 hectares acres of wonderful nature, landscaping, history, and architecture. Along with this, the Abbey of Pontlevoy is strategically placed in the Loire Valley, which is home to some of the most exquisite Châteaux of the Loire Valley.
Things to note:
Check in – 10-5:30pm check out – 11am
The Abbey is within walking distance to restaurants, café’s, bars, bakeries, and markets. The primary languages of those working at the Abbey are French and English. The bedrooms come equipped with comforters, linens and pillows. The Abbey grounds are perfect for any sort of traveler whether in large or small groups due to the beautiful landscape and layout of the facilities
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Location
• The Abbey of Pontlevoy is strategically placed in the Loire Valley, which is home to some of the most exquisite Châteaux of the Loire Valley such as Chenonceau, Domaine de Chambord, Château Cheverny, Château Royal de Blois, Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire, Château Amboise and Château du Clos Lucé, the last home of Leonardo DeVinci . The Loire Valley is visited by more than 3.6 million tourists annually and includes historic towns such as Amboise, Angers, Blois, Chinon, Nantes, Orleans, Saumur, and Tours. The Abbey is perfectly located 8 km northeast of Montrichard, 25 km south of Blois, 50 km east of Tours, 86 km southwest of Orleans and 210 Km southwest of Paris. The closest Train station is in Montrichard which is approximately 10 km from the Abbey. Therefore, staying at the Abbey of Pontlevoy gives you an upfront and personal encounter with not only the Abbey grounds, but also unique accessibility to surrounding popular cities, castles and museums such as: Maison de la Magie in Blois, Musée Espace automobiles Matra in Romorantin-Lanthenay, Musée-spectacle Musikenfete in Montoire-sur-le-Loir, Max Vauche Chocolate House in Bracieux, ZooParc de Beauval in Saint-Aignan, and Maison des vins de Cheverny et Cour-Cheverny. As a result, there is no better place to stay with friends and family while exploring the wonderful offerings of the Loire Valley in France.
• The Abbey is perfectly located 8 km northeast of Montrichard, 25 km south of Blois, 50 km east of Tours, 86 km southwest of Orleans and 210 Km southwest of Paris. The closest train station is in Montrichard which is approximately 8 km from the Abbey. Other nearby train stations can be found in Onzain (20km), Blois (25km) and St. Pierre des Corps (48km).
• Directions from Montrichard train station (preferably take a taxi, it is not within walking distance)
• Avenue de la Gare
• 41400 Montrichard, France
• 1. Head east on Av. de la Gare toward Rue du Clos Rimbault
• 75 m
• 2. Turn right onto Rue de la Maladrerie/D115
• Continue to follow D115
• 140 m
• 3. Turn left onto Rue de Tours/D176
• 600 m
• 4. Turn left onto Bd Philippe Auguste/D764
• 250 m
• 5. Turn left onto Rue de Blois/D764
• Continue to follow D764
• 7.6 km
• 6. Turn right onto Rue Colonel Filloux
• 53 m
• 7. Take the 1st left onto Rue des Anciens Combattants d'Afn
• 99 m
• 8. Continue onto Rue des Anciens Combattants d'Afrique du Nord
• 78 m
• 9. Turn right
• Destination will be on the left
• 110 m
• L'Abbaye de Pontlevoy
• 1 Place du Collège
• 41400 Pontlevoy, France
• Directions from Blois train station – (preferably take a taxi, it is not within walking distance)
• 70 Boulevard Daniel Dupuis
• 41000 Blois, France
• 1. Head south on Bd Daniel Dupuis towardRue Ducoux
• 1.0 km
• 2. Continue onto D951
• 450 m
• 3. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit ontoLève de Chailles/D751
• Continue to follow D751
• 8.4 km
• 4. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit ontoD764
• 14.5 km
• 5. Turn left onto Route de Thenay/D30
• 220 m
• 6. Turn right onto Rue des Anciens Combattants d'Afrique du Nord
• 61 m
• 7. Turn left
• Destination will be on the left
• 110 m
• L'Abbaye de Pontlevoy
• 1 Place du Collège
• 41400 Pontlevoy, France
Facilities and Amenities
Digital Nomads
Family-Friendly Hostel
Groups (10+ people)
Quiet Rest
Solo Traveller
Bedsheets
Lockers in Rooms
Luggage Storage
Parking
Towels
Wi-Fi in Lobby/Commons
Wi-Fi in Rooms
Clothes Dryer
Concierge/Info Desk
Entirely Non-Smoking
Hot Showers
Kitchen
Laundry
Lounge Area
Outdoor Seating
Power Point/Sockets in Rooms
Airport Pickup
Breakfast
Credit Card Payments
Wheelchair Accessible
Service Animals
Pet-Friendly
Genders: Males & Females
Max. Age: All Ages
Min. Age with Parent (dorms): All Ages
Min. Age with Parent (private room): All Ages
Min. Age without Parent: 18
Checkout: 11:00 (11 AM)
Curfew: No Curfew
Lockout: No
Maximum Stay: Unlimited
Minimum Stay: 1 night
Open Dates: April 1st - September 31
Reception Hours: 9:00am-6:00pm
Size: Medium (30-60 beds)
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