Montmajour Abbey Ticket

Montmajour Abbey in Provence was a source of inspiration for famous artists such as Vincent Van Gogh. Find out why and book your ticket.

Montmajour Abbey Ticket

Located in the heart of Provence, close to the city of Arles, the Abbey of St. Peter in Montmajour is a significant Benedictine monument of medieval origin in southern France.

With your ticket to Montmajour Abbey, you can explore various rooms of this ancient monastery. Notable areas include the beautiful cloister of Montmajour, an example of Provencal Romanesque art, and the chapter house featuring a barrel vault, significant at the time of its construction.

The ticket also includes a brochure detailing some of the abbey's legends, including the tale of the True Cross, which was allegedly kept by the monks. The chapel of the Holy Cross is a notable part of the abbey.

During your visit, you'll learn how this retreat captivated Vincent Van Gogh, who depicted the abbey in multiple engravings and drawings during his stay.

Opening Hours

Montmajour Abbey has the following opening hours:

1st October to 31st May: Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm (last entry at 4 pm)1st June to 30th September: Monday to Sunday from 10 am to 6:30 pm (last entry at 5 pm)Holidays (24th and 31st December): 10 am to 4 pm.

Hours are flexible and may vary.

Visit other Abbeys in Provence

If you are interested in the history of medieval abbeys in Provence, you can book a ticket to Le Thoronet Abbey.

Free Admission

Admission to Montmajour Abbey is free for:

Young people from the European Union between 18 and 25 years old.Children under 18 years old, regardless of nationality.

Admission is also free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month between January 1 and March 31, and between November 1 and December 31. Similarly, the 3rd weekend of September is free.

To obtain free admission, visit the site’s ticket office and present a certifying document confirming eligibility.