Ganagobie's monastery

Nestled at the top a rocky plateau overlooking the Durance River, the Ganagobie Monastery is a landmark of Provençal heritage. Founded in the 10th century, this Cluniac priory, listed as a Historic Monument, houses a Benedictine community.
Only the monastery church is accessible to visitors, from the end of Mass (around 10:15 a.m.) until 12:00 p.m., and in the afternoon from 2:00 p.m. onwards (after the office), in order to preserve the monastic community's way of life. During your visit, you can admire the Romanesque architecture, Father Kim En Joong's stained-glass windows, and the cloister—a 12th-century masterpiece of Romanesque art visible from inside the church through a glass window. Behind the church, the Monks' Alley leads to a cliffside cross offering a remarkable panoramic view of the Durance Valley.

Parking is available in the visitors' car park at the entrance to the plateau. The path to the church is a short walk through a classified and protected natural site. Visitors with reduced mobility or walking difficulties may drive closer to the church.

Monastery Shop & Archaeological Exhibition Opening Hours:
- November to February: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- March, April, and October: 2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- May to September: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Closed on Mondays (except public holidays and during July and August).