Abbeville Attractions
Abbeville (pop. 24,568), the old capital of the district of Ponthieu, lies on the Somme, not far from the sea. It suffered heavy damage during World War II, and after the war was rebuilt in modern style. In the center of the town is the unfinished and severely damaged church of St-Vulfran (15th-16th C.), with a magnificent Late Gothic facade. Outside the town is the Château of Bagatelle (1752-1754), with period decoration and furniture. North of St Vulfran is the Musée Boucher de Perthes (pictures, sculpture, prehistoric finds).
Boucher de Perthes Museum
The Boucher de Perthes Museum, named after the archeologist who first discovered pieces of prehistoric history through digging in the ground rather than through books, contains an art gallery and an excellent collection of prehistoric artifacts and items related to geology and natural history.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 14:00 | Closed | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
May Day / Labor Day (May 1)
Bastille Day - France (July 14)
All Saints' Day - Christian (November 1)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
May Day / Labor Day (May 1)
Bastille Day - France (July 14)
All Saints' Day - Christian (November 1)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Guides
Guided tour included with admission.
