Cluny
Cluny abbey is in the Saône-et-Loire department of Burgundy.
At Cluny it is the sense of history that is as important as the place itself, attractive as it is. For a period of time in the two centuries from when the monastery was founded (910 AD) Cluny was second only to Rome in the religious influence it held over the Europe of the time, and the abbots from Cluny were important players on the international political scene.
The church at Cluny, once the largest in the western world, was dismantled in 1810, but the parts that remain are still significant and interesting, and include the belfry, granary and southern transept. the highlight of a visit now is an ascent of the 'Tour des Fromages' for great views over the abbey itself, the village and the surrounding Burgundy countryside. Cluny Abbey is a listed Historic Monument in France - see admission details at Cluny Abbey visitor information.
The museum of art and archaeology at the abbey (entrance included in the price of abbey admission) is both interesting and instructive as an aid to understanding what the abbey was like 800 years ago. The Hotel Dieu should also be visited, time permitting - built in 1646 it houses a chapel, and the rooms where the sick were treated.
The village of Cluny grew up around the abbey itself, and is a very pretty village, with a few streets of extremely old and beautiful houses.
Lastly, for any horse lovers, there is a French 'Haras National' behind the abbey. A national centre for breeding and training purebred horses, the haras can be visited and there are frequently events held where the horses can be admired 'in action'.
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Places to visit near Cluny, France
Explore places of interest within about 70 kilometres on a map at places near Cluny.
Some places to visit within 30 km: 
12 km: Cormatin (Burgundy town) 24 km: Macon (Attractive town) 31 km: Tournus (Town)
See also Cluny (version Francais)
