Abbaye de Bons-en-Bugey

Historical Site Former Benedictine abbey with medieval architectural remains

A former abbey in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes near Bugey; visitors come for the monastic architecture, historic fabric, and walks through surrounding farmland and hills.

Abbaye de Bons-en-Bugey
45.7999, 5.6803

How to Get to Abbaye de Bons-en-Bugey #

Abbaye de Bons-en-Bugey is in the Ain department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Access is by regional roads from Lyon or Chambéry; driving is the easiest option. Local bus services may serve nearby towns, with a short taxi ride to the abbey.

Tips for Visiting Abbaye de Bons-en-Bugey #

  • Check for guided tours-monastic complexes often offer scheduled walks that provide architectural and historical context.
  • Observe signage about access-some areas may be used for religious purposes and closed to casual visitors.
  • Wear respectful clothing in religious spaces and keep voices low inside cloistered areas.

Best Time to Visit Abbaye de Bons-en-Bugey #

Spring through autumn is best for visits; check for seasonal opening times or festivals tied to the abbey.

Spring-Autumn
April-October · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Pleasant conditions for walking the abbey grounds and surrounding countryside.
Winter
November-March · 0-10°C (32-50°F)
Colder, quieter months-some visitor services may be reduced.

Weather & Climate near Abbaye de Bons-en-Bugey #

Climate

Abbaye de Bons-en-Bugey's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1031 mm/year), wettest in September, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 21°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 24°

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 27°

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 26°

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (107 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (107 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

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