Chartreuse Saint-Sauveur | Villefranche de Rouergue

Explore the Chartreuse Saint-Sauveur, stroll through its cloister which is one of the largest in France and immerse yourself in the daily life of the Carthusian monks and lay brothers of yesteryear.

Stone lace in the small cloister of the Chartreuse Saint-Sauveur — Jerome Morel

A rare heritage

Built thanks to the bequest of a wealthy draper merchant from Villefranche-de-Rouergue, the monastery presents a precious heritage. During your visit, admire:

The carved wooden church stalls small characters.
The stained glass colors of the vestibule and the chapter house.
La stone lace tracery of small cloister.
The play of shadow and light in the galleries of the large cloister.
La reading pulpit of the refectory, built entirely within the thickness of the wall.
La tabula, an astonishing XNUMXth century painted wooden panel that served as a timetable for the monks.

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J. Morel

The Great Cloister of the Chartreuse

This cloister is one of the largest in France, it served the twelve hermitages in which the monks lived.

An immersion in the life of the Carthusian Fathers

Immerse yourself in the daily life of the Carthusian Fathers and imagine this way of life, around very strict rules that combine loneliness and silence.

Completely cut off from the world, the fathers and brothers devoted themselves to prayer and study. The singularity of their existence, which some still lead today, questions both specialists and simple observers.

Stroll through the church, the vestibule, the chapter house, the small cloister, the refectory, the old kitchens and the large cloister and soak up the spirituality that fills the site.

Night visit of the Chartreuse Saint Sauveur — Charterhouse Night Tour
Nicolas Diolez

Visit the monastery of the Chartreuse Saint-Sauveur

Solo, couple or family, choose your mode of visit! Audio guide, treasure hunt, guided tour during the day or at night, several possibilities are available to you...

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Opening hours from September 01 to September 30, 2024
Monday	Open from 14 a.m. to 18 p.m.
Tuesday	Open from 14 a.m. to 18 p.m.
Wednesday	Open from 14 a.m. to 18 p.m.
Thursday	Open from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.
Friday	Open from 14 a.m. to 18 p.m.
Saturday	Open from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.
Sunday	Open from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 17 p.m.

Opening hours from October 01 to November 03, 2024
Tuesday	Open from 14 a.m. to 17 p.m.
Wednesday	Open from 14 a.m. to 17 p.m.
Thursday	Open from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 17 p.m.
Friday	Open from 14 a.m. to 17 p.m.
Saturday	Open from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 17 p.m.
Sunday	Open from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 17 p.m.

Prices	Min.	Max.
Individual adult free visit Reduced rate for students, groups from 10 people, people with disabilities, job seekers and holders of the BGA Multisite Pass	5,50 €	7 €
Individual child free visit Children from 10 to 17 years old. Free for children under 10	5,50 €	-
Individual adult guided tour – Classic guided tour Reduced rate for students, people with disabilities and job seekers	5,50 €	9 €
Individual child guided tour – Classic guided tour Children from 7 to 17 years old. Free for children under 7	5,50 €	-
Individual adult guided tour – Night guided tour Reduced rate for students, people with disabilities and job seekers	5,50 €	9,50 €
Individual child guided tour – Night guided tour Children from 7 to 17 years old. Free for children under 7	5,50 €	-
Individual adult guided tour – Sensory guided tour Free for children under 7	9 €	-

Good deal: Multisite Advantage

With your entry ticket to the Chartreuse Saint-Sauveur, take advantage of discount offers to visit seven other partner sites in the region. To find out more, see our dedicated page.