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Enjoy the freshness of the garden at Abondance Abbey during an interlude with our mediator. Close your eyes and let us tell you all about the history of this place.

Stone and wood are present everywhere in the Abbey of Abondance. But what are the characteristics of these building materials?

Explore the exhibition spaces at your own pace: discover the world of cheese and engage your senses with this fun tour. A host of activities to share in small groups, followed by a tasting session packed with flavour!

Observe, smell, listen, touch, taste: an approach that awakens the senses around the cheeses of Savoy!

What better than a guided visit, to allow each visitor to better understand the life in a monastery in a mountain environment and appreciate the medieval architecture and artistic wealth.

Explore the Abbey whilst you have fun with the activities in the MuséOjeux bag: observation, location, songs, an entire programme to share with family or between friends!

A place which conserves, displays and appreciates artist books. The 'Manoir des Livres' is a heritage library dedicated to showcasing artist books through its collections, exhibitions and dedicated programme.

Between history, architecture and murals, stroll freely in the heart of the Abbey of Abondance.

The apartment hotel is located in the heights of Evian, at the foot of a forested area overlooking the lake. The set consists of 101 apartments spread either small group of 43 apartments on 3 floors either 17 chalets (3 appts per cottage).

Come unlock the mysteries of the Abbey with our Escape Game "AT THE MERCY OF THE WORKS". Try to be the fastest team to win the competition for the best investigators, organised during the Journées du Patrimoine de Pays et des Moulins.

Discovery of milk, this precious liquid that we consume every day. Where does it come from, what is its composition and what are its transformations?

Tranquillity and harmony in the middle of a park, this lovely chalet-hotel is close to the Lake" la Beunaz" and his beach with full amenities. Also coming for the restaurant with its local specialities.

Explore a hamlet on the heights of the village of Abondance, and discover life in a mountain environment: geography, traditional habitat, building materials... are just some of the topics covered.

As the seasons change, children discover the daily life of a farming family.

The Evian Tourist Office has a spacious and informative reception desk. Numerous leaflets are available, a shop offers products from the office as well as Evian mineral water, and a children's area has been set up.

Go to the organ loft to discover this multi-sounding instrument and enjoy a demonstration by the organist.

Family campsite 200m from a beach on Lake Geneva. Discover our comfortable accommodation or our spacious pitches in the shade of large trees. You will find all the services there to make your vacation a success (restaurant, convenience store, etc.).

Ideally located on the shores of Lake Geneva and at the foot of the French Alps, the Hilton Évian-les-Bains offers services combining refinement and modernity. Pleasant and spacious rooms, teams attentive to every need, Spa Ayurveda TAAJ.

The cinema is located in the town centre. Digital stereo sound and air-conditioning.

A Mountain Familial hotel 3 stars with a restaurant and cosy rooms, indoor warm swimming pool, wellness and fitness area, lift, garden with a terrace and playground area for children.

From our mobile site, follow Augustin who will guide you and ask you questions throughout your discovery of the Abbey of Abondance.

Overlooking Lake Geneva, near the golf, Zénitude apartment hotel "Les Terrasses du Lac" welcomes you all year in a relaxing environment.

Built around 1900 for Charles Taillefer, legal counsel to the French Embassy in London, then integrated to the Châtelet thermal baths, this large villa with a turret looks like a small castle.

As soon as you enter, scan a QR-Code to access our mobile site. With tours and descriptions of the works (in French, English and German) and family fun (available in English), you can explore the site at your own pace and to your heart's content!

Traditional gastronomic food, fresh, seasonal products, famed cuisine in an exceptional setting, right on the water.

Butter, yogurt, cheese ... are all dairy products. But what is the magic of this transformation?

Visiting or staying in the Abondance valley? Make a stop in Abondance to discover the two sites of the village, the Abbey and the Maison du Fromage Abondance by taking advantage of our combined offer.

Following an illustrated story, divided into teams and working independently, children explore the daily life of Juliette, a young farmer from Abondance.

Caroline and Gérard invite you to discover their passion for goats and mountain farming in a one-hour visit. You will discover what goes on behind-the-scenes in their farm and end the visit with a tasting of their products.

Between the lake and the mountains our family farm has 65 milking cows. Come and discover the farm with a guided tour and educational workshops for children (on reservation).

During this workshop, become an apprentice cheese maker and transform milk into cheese!

Ideally located between La Chapelle d'Abondance and Châtel, our center will offer you a quality service. Exceptional views of the mountains and valley, outdoor space for summer and winter games. Swimming pool open in summer.

The workshop includes glass recipes, observation of stained glass windows and the creation of a personal work.

A treasure hunt to find a mischievous angel and learn all about the Abbey of Abondance...

Chalet located in the centre of the village, close to the shops. You can take advantage of the village's entertainment and Wednesday market. Other activities on the Châtel Tourist Office website.

An introduction to the art of writing in the Middle Ages.

Founded in the 12th century by canons and occupied by Cistercian monks from the 17th century, the Abbey of Abondance was abolished in 1761. It reveals the power of a gothic mountain architecture and conceals fabulous artistic treasures.

In a setting combining Himalayan traditions with the warmth of noble Savoyard mountain materials, the Espace Ayur Om spa des Cornettes welcomes you with open arms. Relaxing treatments and traditional Ayurvedic massages.

In short sequences, we explore the colours that illuminate the Abbey.

Every Wednesday afternoon, come to Abondance Abbey for a breath of fresh air, and enjoy the many games available in the garden.

Discover the village's treasures while you rack your brains and, above all, have fun!

In the heart of Evian, enjoy the warmth and charm of our spacious rooms. Built in 1868, the Continental Hotel seamlessly blends the traditions of yesterday with modern-day comforts. No smoking.

You will visit the cloister and its 15th century mural paintings, before visiting the exhibition "From history to art: sacred heritage in the Abondance valley" in the old monastery. Access to the abbey church is independent (outside of services).

In 1827, the first thermal center opens in Evian. Evian mineral water is famous for treatments in rheumatology, digestive, urinary, and metabolic illness.

Follow the mediator who will show you all the treasures of the Abbey of Abondance.

The Evian Tourist Office has a spacious and informative reception desk. Numerous leaflets are available, a shop offers products from the office as well as Evian mineral water, and a children's area has been set up.

A discovery of the two sites of the village of Abondance with a preferential rate.

What is a fresco? What is it made of? This artistic workshop will allow you to learn all about this ancient art and to try your hand at making it.

The Temple du Fromage offers you every day a small cheese-based restaurant: Fondue Savoyarde, Raclette, Berthoud or Tartiflette. In a magnificent interior setting or on the terrace with a view of the lake. By reservation only.

Real or imaginary, animals are everywhere in the Abbey. Each one has its own animal to make up the class bestiary!

Between lake and mountains, close to Switzerland, "Coté Lac" is the perfect place to explore the region, enjoy multiple sports and cultural activities.

La Colline aux Oiseaux is located 200 m from the centre of the Chatel resort, at the heart of the Portes du Soleil ski area and is ideal for : Associations - Secondary schools - Snow classes - Works councils - Large meetings (families, seminars)

Observation and deduction will allow you to discover the rocks used in the Abbey of Abondance.

Explore the Abbey in teams and have fun at the same time with the activities in the MuséOjeux bag.

A valley, a cow, a cheese... a house to discover. Discover all the characteristics of this Protected Designation of Origin cheese on a fun, scientific and sensory tour.

Divided into teams and working independently, children will set off in search of the 8 Savoie cheeses hidden in the Maison du Fromage Abondance. Questions and games will help them find them one by one.

Abondance Tourism welcome you and inform about the cultural and sportive activites in Abondance and in the region. We give you advices about the accomodation for one week ou several days.

Ermitage Hotel, nestled in the heart of a 19-acre park, offers a warm and elegant atmosphere. Here, nature is omnipresent and all the decoration is in harmony, to bring you relaxation and pleasure.

According to your sensitivity and your desires, under the roofs, in the storehouses or in front of the cloister's paintings, apprehend the specificities of Abondance abbey.

But in fact... what is an abbey? Follow us to discover all the secrets of the Abbey of Abondance!

The hot air balloon is probably one of the most original and peaceful ways to discover the enchanting landscapes of the Lake Geneva region since the city of Evian. Between Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc no other flight can offer this panorama!

Accompanied by a mediator, the children discover Abondance cheese, the emblematic cheese of the region, by tackling different themes: geography of the valley, cow breeds, stages of production, Savoy cheeses with a quality sign...