What remains of Sainte-Croix Abbey are still visible?

The abbey church, both cloisters, tithe barn and dovecot survive, along with the abbey entrance. All these elements and the surrounding grounds are protected as historical monuments.

To which century does Offemont castle date?

The castle dates from the 14th century. Its facades, roofs, outbuildings and adjacent terraces are listed as historical monuments.

Castle of Offemont

Saint-Crépin-aux-Bois

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Where: Saint-Crépin-aux-Bois

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Château d'Offemont stands in Saint-Crépin-aux-Bois (Oise), in the Hauts-de-France region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 14th century, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Offemont castle stands on the site of a former abbey, Sainte-Croix, of which significant remains survive: the church ruins, traces of two cloisters, and monastic buildings including a tithe barn and dovecot. The lord's residence itself dates from the 14th century. This protected ensemble combines medieval religious heritage with late medieval domestic architecture.

What to know

The site includes both abbey ruins and a 14th-century castle, two distinct ensembles to explore during a visit.
The remains of the abbey church and traces of the cloisters survive, though their condition and accessibility depend on current site conditions.
The castle itself, its outbuildings, and surrounding terraces complete the heritage to see on location.

Where this château is

Saint-Crépin-aux-Bois · Oise · Hauts-de-France

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Address

60170 Saint-Crépin-aux-Bois

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00114852
Period of construction: 14th century, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century

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Frequently asked

What remains of Sainte-Croix Abbey are still visible?: The abbey church, both cloisters, tithe barn and dovecot survive, along with the abbey entrance. All these elements and the surrounding grounds are protected as historical monuments.
To which century does Offemont castle date?: The castle dates from the 14th century. Its facades, roofs, outbuildings and adjacent terraces are listed as historical monuments.