VIe s. · Saint-Germain-des-Prés
The foundation of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés Abbey
Childebert I
Childebert I, king of the Franks, decides to found an abbey to promote Christianity.
The banks of the Seine
The abbey is built on the banks of the Seine, an ideal location for trade.
The abbey under construction
Workers and monks collaborate on the construction of the church and the monastery.
Eustache, the abbot
Eustache, the first abbot, guides the monks in their mission of prayer and teaching.
Monastic life
The monks dedicate themselves to copying manuscripts and farming, helping the needy.
Cultural center
The abbey becomes a center of education, attracting youth and scholars.
The legacy of the abbey
The Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés becomes a symbol of the religious and political power of the Franks.