The first church

End of the 8th to 9th century

A first monastic church was built between the end of the 8th and the 11th century B.C. and was extended several times towards the west. Its large scale and three-nave structure were exceptional for the era.

Broye Music Festival in Payerne (May 10 & 15–18): What you need to know for your visit to the Abbatiale – here.