Abbaye de Longpont

2 Place de l'Abbaye, 02600 Longpont, France

www.abbayedelongpont.fr

In Longpont, the Abbey of Longpont welcomes organizers seeking a reception venue steeped in history, on the edge of the Retz forest. This privately owned monument combines ancient buildings, gardens, and the spectacular remains of a Gothic abbey church. The entire complex can serve as a setting for a wedding, gala dinner, banquet, or seminar reception.

The spaces include a vaulted cellar, an 18th-century vestibule, an upstairs gallery, the gardens of the former cloister, and the monks' warming room, recognizable by its central fireplace. Organizers can choose the rooms and outdoor spaces according to the format of their event. The cellar is suitable for seated guests, while the vestibule and gardens offer options for cocktails or buffets. The gallery can supplement the spaces when more room is needed.

The website advertises configurations for receptions of varying sizes, from gatherings in the ground-floor spaces to events that also utilize the gallery. The ruins and gardens can be incorporated into the guest experience, and the abbey indicates that its historic buildings can be illuminated for an evening reception. Accommodation is also available on the grounds, subject to availability and the chosen package.

Each project can be tailored to the desired spaces and the number of participants. The abbey also provides a list of partner professionals for various reception needs, while allowing organizers the freedom to contact them or choose their own providers.