"Abbaye des Vaulx de Cernay!" Cernay-la-Ville by NC_Ziggy

Cernay-la-Ville Travel Guide: 11 reviews and 28 photos

All Pictures here courtesy of the Abbaye Web Site

Come Along! From 12th Century to 20th Century!

The Grateful Dead... "What a long, strange trip it's been!"

Well... Well... Well... So finally, here we are! Thanks to those who tried to identify the place I so foolishly failed to note, and very special thanks to VT Member Labeep, my dear friend Isabella for her time and diligence to answer that which has been a puzzling question for several years. Thanks, Isa! :-)

At last, I can share with you both the most memorable and most forgettable accomodations I've ever experienced! Later, I will also provide you with the website address for this beautiful and historical place, so read further!

I hope you won't mind and I hope it's acceptable to offer you both the discovered version of this place, and the undiscovered version so that you will have both perspectives. I would like to offer some history of the Abbaye, pictures and relevant information for your use "borrowed" from their website. I would also like to include my orginal travelogue and my own pictures as well just in case you don't believe that I was there! :-) I happen to think that different perspectives can be very helpful and I hope that this will also be your feelings as you take this virtual tour. So, come along with me as we travel back in time and just imagine yourself in this place... the Abbaye des Vaulx de Cernay!

The compound consists of 3 places of accommodation... The Abbaye, Les Haras, and La Ferme. The Abbaye is definately the most luxurious of the three and I had the priviledge to reside there on the last night of our stay as you will see in my travel tips. The first night was spent in Les Haras and though nice, was suffocatingly small. Both will be represented here for your viewing pleasure!

The Abbaye des Vaulx de Cernay was founded in 1118 by cistercian monks arriving from the Abbaye of Savigny. The Abbaye existed as a working place of religion and was largely self-supporting until the 15th century when it was abandoned after the 100 Year War. There were attempts to restore and revive the Abbaye during the 16th century but was eventually sold in 1791 oddly corresponding with the French Revolution.

In 1873 the Abbaye and its 7500 acre reserve was purchased by the Baronne Nathaniel de Rothschild and the restoration was continued. It remained in the Rothschild name until 1945, again mysteriously (to me) corresponding to the end of WW II when it was purchased and used as a research center by a company who manufactured planes and continued in this capacity for approximately 30 years.

In 1988 it was purchased and transformed into its present form and will hopefully continue for many years to come! The sandstone structures, the scenic beauty of the surrounding forest, and the quiet peaceful setting all combine to make this a destination to be remembered! For more information, click on the link below!

Abbaye des Vaulx de Cernay

Pros and Cons

Pros:Historical, Beautiful, Enchanting!
Cons:Try not to get a "closet" room!
In a nutshell:I will always remember this place! I don't know why business trips can't provide history too!

Intro Updated Jan 16, 2005
Add to Trip Planner (?)
Report Abuse

Reviews (10)

Best Room in the Place! - Cernay-la-Ville

The Number One Room Things to Do (4)

Here you see what is considered the best room in the Abbaye. On the second night, my room was # 2, with a bullet! See... more travel advice

Les Haras Room Things to Do (4)

Ok, though the picture you see here somewhat resembles my room at Les Haras, I don't remember it being nearly as big as... more travel advice

Les Haras Things to Do (4)

Les Haras was the complex where we held our meetings and break-out sessions and was also the hotel facilities apart from... more travel advice

The Abbaye from a Southern View - Cernay-la-Ville

Enjoy stepping back into the 1100's...... Things to Do (4)

From the views of the Abbaye itself to the dense forest surrounding it, there is a feeling of serenity and peace in this... more travel advice

Nightlife (1)
Small, but Intimate
Restaurants (1)
French Cuisine at its Finest!
Been to Cernay-la-Ville?
Share your travels with the world!

Travelogues (2)

1 - 2 of 2

Comments (23)

Callavetta Dec 24, 2007 at 12:41 PM Report Abuse

Merry Christmas Steve! I hope 2008 is a perfect year for you.
Jim_Eliason Dec 5, 2006 at 5:44 PM Report Abuse

great tips!
icunme Apr 14, 2006 at 5:01 PM Report Abuse

Thoroughly enjoying both versions here. Will return often - great photos/tips. Ciao, Carol
iandsmith Jan 6, 2006 at 11:52 AM Report Abuse

Mmmm, how tempting
vesna04 Dec 11, 2005 at 5:28 AM Report Abuse

Ha,ha,ha that Number One Room seems much bigger than my whole flat. Well done Steve !!!
Hexepatty Oct 14, 2005 at 6:42 AM Report Abuse

That costs/profit formula works. I love you! (Yes, I'm all mush when it comes to a man that knows his way around a P/ L statement!)
Tina-Perth Aug 5, 2005 at 6:44 AM Report Abuse

You really liked that Abbaye des Vaulx, huh?
dfactor Jun 23, 2005 at 4:00 AM Report Abuse

Great photography.
Toja May 9, 2005 at 7:56 AM Report Abuse

hihi for the top effect they should accommodate a crown and other regalia next to that throne. So, one could experience the complete glory of the place ;-) And.. I can actually imagine.. Oops! 'Stop silly!' that picture goes too far hihi ;-)
alucas May 3, 2005 at 12:08 PM Report Abuse

Great page on a beautiful place. Perhaps you should have stayed with Alcatel......you might have got Room 1 !