Royaumont Abbey at a glance
Royaumont Abbey stands in Asnières-sur-Oise, in the Val-d'Oise. A self-guided visit includes the historic buildings and three gardens: the cloister garden, a medieval-inspired garden and the kitchen garden. The park covers 6.5 hectares.
Most people come for half a day or a full day, by train from Paris-Nord or by car. Hours change with the season and the day of the week, and concerts are paid separately. Details follow below. If you want to combine the visit with another outing, see the page on Auvers-sur-Oise or the one on the French Vexin.
Royaumont Abbey prices in 2026
Self-guided visit, guided tour and concerts.
| Ticket | Who | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Self-guided visit, full price | Adults | €11 |
| Self-guided visit, reduced | From age 7, students under 26, large families, job seekers | €8 |
| Self-guided visit, with Navigo proof | Navigo holders | €10 |
| Family ticket | 2 adults and their children aged 7 to 18 | €30 |
| Self-guided visit | Under 7 | Free |
| Guided tour supplement | Per person, on top of entry | €4.50 |
| Concert, "La Saison Royaumont" | Depending on seat category | €35 / €25 / €19 |
| Concert | Under 30 | €10 |
The price page and the online ticket shop show €11 for full price. A help page on the site still says €10, so plan on €11. Concerts are not part of the self-guided visit.
Royaumont Abbey tickets and day trips
Tickets and outings around Royaumont, with live prices and availability.
Royaumont Abbey opening hours
From April to October the abbey is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. From November to March it is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. On Monday it also opens during school holidays in zones B and C and on public holidays. Some pages mention a 9 a.m. opening. Arrive for 10 a.m., which is the time on the detailed hours page.
On weekdays the ticket desk and shop pause from 12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. According to the hours page, visitors already inside can keep walking, but the online ticket shop speaks of suspended access in that slot. It is safer to arrive before 12:45 p.m. or after 1:45 p.m.
You can buy your ticket at the desk with no advance booking. Booking online is advised, especially for guided tours and events.
The gardens and the park
Three gardens are part of the visit: the cloister garden, a medieval-inspired garden and the kitchen garden. The park covers 6.5 hectares. Bring comfortable shoes and something against sun or rain, as the paths are open-air.
The best time for the gardens depends on what you want to see. Averages from the Roissy station give highs of 19.3 °C in May, 22.6 °C in June and 25.1 °C in July and August (1991 to 2020 normals). April is the driest month, with 47.8 mm on average. These are averages, not a forecast.
Concerts at the abbey
A separate ticket from the self-guided visit.
The abbey hosts concerts as part of "La Saison Royaumont". Posted prices are €35, €25 or €19 depending on the seat category, and €10 for visitors under 30. This is not a single festival ticket. Check the abbey's calendar for the exact title and date of the concert you want before you book.
Getting to Royaumont Abbey from Paris
By train with the shuttle, or by car.
By train
Take line H from Paris-Nord to Luzarches. An abbey shuttle then reaches the site in about 8 minutes. The abbey quotes a total trip of under one hour from Gare du Nord.
The shuttle
Shuttle seats must be booked, and you show proof of booking. The booking fee is €2.50. Check on the booking page whether that covers the return trip as well. It runs on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from April to October, and on Sundays and public holidays from November to March.
By car
The address is 3 Jardin de l'abbaye de Royaumont, in Asnières-sur-Oise. Access is by the D909. The visitor car park is free.
To compare other routes and 2026 transport fares, see the page on getting to the Val-d'Oise.
Other visits near Royaumont
To extend the day or plan a second one.
Royaumont Abbey: frequently asked questions
How much is entry to Royaumont Abbey?
In 2026 the full price for the self-guided visit is €11. The reduced price is €8 from age 7, for students under 26, large families and job seekers. The family ticket is €30 for 2 adults and their children aged 7 to 18. It is free under 7. A guided tour costs €4.50 extra.
Do you need to book to visit Royaumont?
No, you can buy a ticket at the desk. Booking online is still advised, especially for guided tours and events.
Is Royaumont Abbey open on Monday?
From April to October, yes, every day. From November to March it is closed on Monday, except during school holidays in zones B and C and on public holidays.
How do you get to Royaumont without a car?
Take line H from Paris-Nord to Luzarches, then the abbey shuttle (about 8 minutes), which must be booked. It only runs on certain days: weekends and public holidays from April to October, Sundays and public holidays from November to March.
Are concerts included in the entry ticket?
No. Concerts in "La Saison Royaumont" are booked separately, at €35, €25 or €19 depending on category, and €10 for visitors under 30.