What happened to the manuscripts from Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey? In Avranches, the Scriptorial offers a chance to explore part of this medieval heritage in a museum dedicated to books and their production.
From quill to manuscript
The displays explain how monks copied and decorated texts: calligraphy, illumination and binding bring the work of medieval scriptoria to life.
A remarkable collection
A treasure room presents a rotating selection of historic manuscripts from the abbey. Games and educational materials cater to families and younger visitors.
The museum is on place d’Estouteville. The tourist office's ticketing information suggests allowing around 2 hours for the visit. It complements a tour of the abbey on the Mont.
