Free visit: Remains and gardens of the abbey
Excavations undertaken from 1989 to 1992 uncovered the remains of an important medieval abbey complex built in the 7th century. Historical and themed gardens today offer a green setting to this important archaeological site. Founded in the 7th century, Notre-Dame d'Argenteuil Abbey was an important religious centre in Ile-de-France. It is home to Théodrade, Charlemagne’s daughter and then the famous Héloïse, before the monastery came under the dominion of the royal abbey of Saint-Denis. Until the 17th century, it was the centre of the city’s development and influence.
Would you like to learn more? Do not hesitate to ask the mediators present on the site for additional information! They will be happy to share the history of the remains with you.