Lyon - Ile Barbe

Ile Barbe was the site of a monastery as early as the 5th century. Building the monastery on an island was perfect for the monks to become self-sufficient and lead a life of meditation. Nothing remains of the monastery aside from some bas-reliefs displayed in the Musee Gadagne in Lyons.

The Norman abbey church of Notre Dame, from the early 12th century, still remains on Ile Barbe along with private homes. Visitors will enoy the trip to this island with its medieval atmosphere.