The lovely Burgundian town of Tournus is home to the abbey of Saint
Philbert, a church that has something for everyone. Do you believe that 'older is better'? Saint Philbert’s was built in the 11
th
century. Love a peaceful cloister? A gloomy crypt? A breath-taking chapel? They’re
all here, waiting to be explored. Looking for painted decoration, mosaic floor
tiles, curiously carved column capitals, or a magnificent 18
th century
organ? Saint Philbert’s has them. Throw in some structural innovations that
make the nave a serene and light-filled space and the result is a place where
nearly anyone can happily spend an hour or two.
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| 11th century mosaic floor depicting the month of June. |
