Monastère Royal de Brou

Book the Royal Monastery of Brou, in the footsteps of Marguerite of Austria

A masterpiece of flamboyant gothic art

The royal monastery of Brou was born five centuries ago, from the love of an exceptional woman, Marguerite of Austria for her husband Philibert le Beau. Built at the gates of Bourg-en-Bresse at the beginning of the 16th century, this jewel of flamboyant gothic architecture houses three tombs: that of Philibert le Beau as well as that of his mother and the tomb of Marguerite of Austria.

A striking building, it captivates the visitor from the very first seconds, with its immaculate facades, its impressive glazed roof and its three vast cloisters. Of extreme refinement, the stained glass windows that adorn the chapels are original. Relating episodes from the Gospel, they depict Marguerite and Philibert, whose love continues to irradiate this exceptional monument.

Today the monastery of Brou is a cultural place which proposes shows, exhibitions, events... To live crazy stories in a place out of time.

Unbelievable reception areas

This monument also hosts private events and rents its spaces. You can rent :

• The nave of the church, an essential part of the monastery that can accommodate up to 500 people. Between vaults and stained glass, this immense space can be arranged according to your needs (meetings, seminars, press conferences).
• The 3 cloisters of the monastery have a capacity of 400 to 500 people each. These outdoor spaces are a fabulous setting for your cocktail parties, shows or concerts.
  In addition, the conference room and the upper gallery (always rented together), form a spacious and convivial space for colloquiums, conferences or meetings and training. With its complete equipment and its capacity of 90 people, this comfortable space is entirely modular. Advantage in winter... it is heated!
• Endally, the large forecourt on the main façade can be used for commercial operations.

Venue capacity

Spaces available to hire	Standing	Theatre	Dinner	U-shaped room	Class
Nave of the church 970m².	-	500	-	-	500
1st cloister 393m² (gallery) + 369m² (courtyard)	400	-	-	-	-
2nd cloister 564m² (gallery) + 933m²(courtyard)	500	-	500	500	500
3rd cloister 202m² (gallery) + 461m² (courtyard with well) + 83m² (high gallery)	400	-	400	400	400
Conference room 112m².	90	90	90	90	90
High gallery 140m2 (high gallery east + north of the 3rd cloister) (east: 57m² north: 83m²)	70	-	-	-	-
Square 1 000 m2 Length 27m, width 35 m (western gate low wall)	-	-	-	-	-

Information and prices

Opening hours for privatizations: Starting at 6 pm, depending on availability
Closed on: January¹, May¹ and December 25.

Equipment

Privileged visit

The Royal Monastery of Brou welcomes you outside of opening hours, in the morning or evening, to experience an exceptional moment.
Let yourself be guided for a private visit of the venues, a traditional visit or an à la carte visit. Visits in foreign languages are possible.

Optional breakfast in the morning or a glass of champagne and mignardises in the evening.