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Bellefontaine Abbey is a Cistercian monastery of the Trappist order located in Maine-et-Loire, France, in the historical province of Anjou. It was founded in 1816 and is among the older Trappist communities in the country. The abbey is known historically for monastic cheese production associated with the Trappist tradition.
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Where is Bellefontaine Abbey?
Bellefontaine Abbey is in Maine-et-Loire, France, in the historic province of Anjou. It is a Cistercian monastery of the Trappist order.
When was Bellefontaine Abbey founded?
Bellefontaine Abbey was founded in 1816. That places it among the older Trappist communities in France.
What is Bellefontaine Abbey known for?
The abbey is historically known for monastic cheese production. This reflects the wider Trappist tradition of making food and other products to support the monastery.
Is Bellefontaine Abbey a Trappist monastery?
Yes. It belongs to the Trappist branch of the Cistercian order, formally known as the Order of Cistercians of the Strict Observance.
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