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Royal Monastery of Brou - European Heritage Days

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Monastère royal de Brou, 63 Boulevard de Brou, 01000 Bourg-en-Bresse

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Enjoy free admission to the entire Royal Monastery of Brou during European Heritage Days, along with our many activities!

Quick Tours 30-minute tours to explore the monument and learn about its founder, Margaret of Austria! No reservation required - Saturday, September 19, all day: tours depart at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., and 4:30 p.m. - Sunday, September 20, morning: tours depart at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 12:30 p.m. “Triptych of Moulins” Exhibition Don’t miss the special exhibition featuring this incredible, recently restored early 16th-century painting! On display at the Louvre during the spring and summer of 2026, this is a unique opportunity to see it before it returns to Moulins in 2027. Free admission Danced Moments: Dialectic of the Stelae On the afternoon of Saturday, September 19, join two dancers whose movements resonate with Brou’s architecture. A dance duet that explores emotional and heritage spaces, questioning our connections to the environments we inhabit and that shape us. Times: - On the church forecourt at 2:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m., and 4:45 p.m. - In the church nave at 2:15 p.m., 3:45 p.m., and 5:00 p.m. - In the second cloister at 2:30 p.m., 4:00 p.m., and 5:15 p.m. Performance duration: 10 min Featuring Valérie Thilinguirian and Julien Le Cuziat Hurdy-gurdy exhibition Discover the hurdy-gurdy, an instrument deeply rooted in the history of the Bresse region! You’ll learn all about the origins and the secrets of crafting this rare instrument, of which the Musée de Brou houses an exceptional collection of 24 pieces—including a hurdy-gurdy by luthier Georges Louvet dating from the 18th century. Musicians will help you (re)discover the sounds of this largely forgotten instrument. Presentation in the conference room—demonstration in the 3rd cloister Folk Dances Sunday, September 20, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. with Folk à Bourg on the church square Moved to the gallery of the 2nd cloister in case of rain And throughout the weekend - Family area in the chapter house with puzzles, games, and coloring activities - Activity booklet for children (€2) or a treasure hunt for a fun family experience (€35 per bag for up to 2 adults and 4 children) - Audio guides (€4) to explore the entire site with commentary (church, cloisters, and museum) Shop featuring a wide variety of products!