Saint-Amour, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France
Couvent des Annonciades célestes de Saint-Amour
Founded in 1621 by nuns of the Celestial Annunciades in the center of a small Jura town, the convent was largely rebuilt in the 18th century and later served as a school. Two cloister wings with vaulted arcaded galleries survive, along with the vaulted choir of the chapel and a walled former orchard.
The whole complex is for sale and must be restored from top to bottom; the estate agent describes it as 'à réhabiliter entièrement'. It is the cheapest monastic building found in France: the price of a flat buys a protected 17th-century convent with its cloister and chapel choir. A buyer could return it to religious use or simply keep it standing.
Before you act. The listing shows no date, so confirm it is still available. Restoration will cost far more than the purchase price. The south cloister wing and most of the chapel were demolished long ago. Listed as a historic monument in 2013.
Last checked 8 November 2026. Responsible body: Patrice Besse (estate agency).
Saint-Hymer, France
The priory buildings, two cloister galleries, press house and gatehouse stand empty in a walled park of more than five hectares and need complete renovation. A permit to convert it into a five-star hotel was granted in April 2025. A buyer with other intentions could keep it as a place of prayer and retreat.
Saint-Nicolas-lès-Cîteaux, France
The Définitoire was damaged by fire in the 19th century, is largely disused and is described by the Fondation du patrimoine as in a state of peril; walls and roof come first. Once saved it is to house a study and research center holding the archives of the order, plus exhibition space. Works began in March 2025 and the donation drive is under half way to its target.