The Royal monastery of Brou
Whether you're mad about culture, history, architecture, art or even love, discover this unique monument in France! Born 5 centuries ago from the love of an exceptional woman, Marguerite of Austria, for her late husband.
Admire the church, a masterpiece of flamboyant Gothic, with its abundant stonework and 3 princely tombs. Get caught up in the fabulous destiny of the founding princess and discover what life was like for the monks in days gone by.
In the Musée des Beaux-Arts, explore several centuries of art history, from the 11th century to the present day.
With family, friends or on your own, explore this multi-faceted site all year round. At the crossroads of the plastic, visual and performing arts, the Royal Monastery of Brou offers a lively and unexpected program for everyone!
In the Musée des Beaux-Arts, explore several centuries of art history, from the 11th century to the present day.
With family, friends or on your own, explore this multi-faceted site all year round. At the crossroads of the plastic, visual and performing arts, the Royal Monastery of Brou offers a lively and unexpected program for everyone!
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Opening hours
From 02/01 to 31/03/2025
Opening hours daily between 9 am and 5 pm.
Last access 30 min before closing time, evacuation 15 min before closing time.
As a precaution, please consult our website before coming.
From 01/04 to 30/09/2025
Opening hours daily between 9 am and 6 pm.
Closed exceptionally on May 1st.
Last access 30 min before closing time, evacuation 15 min before closing time.
As a precaution, please consult our website before coming.
Opening hours daily between 9 am and 5 pm.
Last access 30 min before closing time, evacuation 15 min before closing time.
As a precaution, please consult our website before coming.
From 01/04 to 30/09/2025
Opening hours daily between 9 am and 6 pm.
Closed exceptionally on May 1st.
Last access 30 min before closing time, evacuation 15 min before closing time.
As a precaution, please consult our website before coming.
Accès
Bourg-en-Bresse TGV station (Paris 1h50, Lyon 45 min) 15 min by bus, 10 min by bike or 25 min on foot; 35 km east of Mâcon, at the intersection of the Mâcon/Geneva and Dijon/Lyon routes; From Mâcon and Geneva: A40 exit no. 7; From Lyon: A42-A40 exit no. 7; From Strasbourg, Besançon and Dijon: A39 exit no. 6; Mâcon river port 23 km; Lyon St Exupéry airport 77 km.