Abbey of Notre-Dame de Valence

The monastery suffered from the effects of the Hundred Years’ War and, later, the Wars of Religion. In 1526 it was temporarily occupied by the Calvinists, along with its possessions. Although it never fully recovered, the community remained active until the late 18th century. In 1791, following the French Revolution, it passed into private hands until, in 1989, it was acquired by the municipality of Couhé; it is now publicly owned. Only a small part of the former monastery survives, the refectory being the most notable element, together with other buildings that formed part of the auxiliary facilities.