List of Premonstratensian monasteries in France

This article is a list of Premonstratensian monasteries in France, that is to say, monasteries or nunneries belonging to the Premonstratensian Order of canons regular, following the Rule of St. Augustine. In the early days of the order its foundations were mostly double monasteries, viz., communities containing both canons and nuns. After a few decades however the joint houses were separated.

Prémontré Abbey, motherhouse of the Premonstratensians, in the 18th century

The dates given, unless otherwise indicated, are the dates when an establishment began and ended its Premontratensian career, which is not necessarily the same as its lifespan as a religious house.

Extant abbeys are indicated by bold characters.

Dependent priories are not listed.

A

Ardenne Abbey (Calvados)

B

Abbey of St. Yved, Braine (Aisne)

C

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

Jovilliers Abbey (Meuse)

L

La Lucerne Abbey (Manche)

M

Mondaye Abbey

N

P

R

S

Sainte-Marie-au-Bois Abbey (Meurthe-et-Moselle)

T

V

See also

References

Sources

  • Ardura, Bernard, 1993: Abbayes, prieurés et monastères de l'ordre de Prémontré en France des origines à nos jours: dictionnaire historique et bibliographique. Nancy: Presses Universitaires de Nancy; Pont-à-Mousson: Centre Culturel des Prémontrés ISBN 2-86480-685-1
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