Bayeux in Calvados, Normandy, France — Western Europe
L'Ancien Seminaire
Former Seminary
— Bayeux, la Qualité a ses Racines —
Photographed By Kevin W., July 1, 2015
1. L'Anciene Seminaire Marker
Le musée de la Tapisserie de Bayeux est installé dans l’ancien grand séminaire de Bayeux, lieu de formation des futurs prêtres du diocèse de la fin du XVIIe siècle jusqu’en 1969. Depuis 1983, la célèbre Tapisserie, commanditée fin du XI siècle par l’évêque Odon pour la cathédrale, y est exposée.
La première pierre du séminaire est posée en 1693 par Monseigneur François de Nesmond, évêque de Bayeux. Le bâtiment possède la monumentalité d’un édifice de style classique, adapte par sa sobriété extrême à l’esprit animant la Contre-Réforme sous le règne du roi Louis XIV.
Il est installé à l’emplacement de l’ancien prieuré des chanoines réguliers de Saint-Augustin à qui est confiée au XIIIe siècle la gestion de l’hôtel-Dieu. Déchargés de cette mission sur décision de l’évêque de Bayeux, les religieux sont remplacés en 1644 par des Augustines.
Du prieuré supprime en 1675, il ne reste plus aujourd’hui que la chapelle (à gauche dans la cour). Sa structure date du XIIIe siècle tandis que la décoration intérieure (vitraux et stalles) est une recomposition du XIXe siècle. Le célèbre érudit bayeusain Arcisse de Caumont
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Face au portail extérieur, dans le prolongement du couvent des Augustines, se trouve l’ancien hôtel-Dieu (actuel hôpital). Jusqu’à sa reconstruction en 1823, subsistait encore la grande salle des malades du XIIIe siècle édifiée au-dessus de la rivière dans l’axe du pont enjambant l’Aure.
The Tapestry Museum is installed in the former Grand Séminaire de Bayeux, a training centre for future diocesan priests from the late 17th century until 1969. Since 1983, the famous Tapestry commissioned at the end of the 11th century by Bishop Odo has been exhibited here.
The first stone of the seminary was laid in 1693. The seminary is situated on the site of the former priory of the regular canons of Saint Augustine who were entrusted in the 13th century with managing the Hôtel-Dieu. In 1644, the task was taken over from the canons by the Augustine nuns.
Today, only the chapel (on the left in the courtyard) remains of the old priory. Its structure dates from the 13th century, whilst the interior decor is a re-composition
Photographed By Kevin W., July 1, 2015
2. L'Anciene Seminaire Marker
Opposite the outer portal, as a continuation of the Augustine convent, the former Hôtel-Dieu (present hospital) is situated. Until its reconstruction in 1823, the large patient hall dating from the 13th century, still existed. It was situated above the river along the axis of the bridge crossing the Aure.
Erected by La ville de Bayeux. (Marker Number 21.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Churches & Religion. In addition, it is included in the France - Bayeux - Circuit du Vieux Bayeux series list.
Location. 49° 16.467′ N, 0° 42.037′ W. Marker is in Bayeux, Normandie (Normandy), in Calvados. Marker is on Allée des Augustines just north of Rue de Nesmond. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 13 Rue de Nesmond, Bayeux, Normandie 14400, France. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. L'Aure (within shouting distance of this marker); Autour des Augustines (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Le Rempart Gallo-Roman (about 180 meters away); Un édifice du Xe siècle (about 180 meters
Photographed By Ad, circa 1910
3. Bayeaux - Chapelle du Séminaire
More about this marker. The caption on the photograph reads:
Vue intérieure de la chapelle de l’ancien prieuré des Augustins.
Interior view of the chapel in the old Augustinian priory.
Also see . . . Bayeux Museum. The museum's website. (Submitted on September 14, 2015.)
Photographed By Nd, circa 1920
4. Tapisserie de la Reine Mathilde - Bayeux - The Queen Mathilda Tapestry
"And that day the 14th of october 1066, the English fled and the battle of Hastings was won by William henceforth surnamed 'the Conqueror'."
The Bayeux Tapestry gives information of a historical nature that no other source has provided. It begins with the description of Harold's eventful journey to Normandy (landing in Ponthieu, meeting with the Duke William, expedition in Brittany and oath on the sacred relics of Bayeux). It then depicts Harold's return to England and his coronation after the death of King Edward the Confessor. Finally it describes the preparation for William's expedition, the crossing of the Channel, and the Battle of Hastings.... -- Bayeuxmuseum.com
The Bayeux Tapestry gives information of a historical nature that no other source has provided. It begins with the description of Harold's eventful journey to Normandy (landing in Ponthieu, meeting with the Duke William, expedition in Brittany and oath on the sacred relics of Bayeux). It then depicts Harold's return to England and his coronation after the death of King Edward the Confessor. Finally it describes the preparation for William's expedition, the crossing of the Channel, and the Battle of Hastings.... -- Bayeuxmuseum.com
Photographed By Caby, circa 1930
5. Le Grand Séminaire / The Old Seminary - Aerial View
The marker site is visible here in the foreground center, although the picture well predates the marker.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 10, 2018. It was originally submitted on September 11, 2015, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. This page has been viewed 388 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on September 11, 2015, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. 2. submitted on September 13, 2015, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. 3, 4, 5. submitted on September 14, 2015. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
