EXHIBITION GUY DE MONTLAUR AND GUIDED TOURS OF THE CATHEDRAL

On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, the Compagnons de Maguelone are launching two exhibitions dedicated to the artist Guy de Montlaur:
• a first exhibition presented over four days, from September 18 to 21, 2026,
• and a second, from September 18 to June 30, 2027 in the park.

Montlaur at Maguelone: a work between abstraction, history, and spirituality
From September 18 to 21, 2026, the Compagnons de Maguelone invite you to discover Guy de Montlaur (1918-1977), a unique figure in French abstract painting.

In the Cathedral of Maguelone, the Tribune des Chanoines hosts a selection of 20 original works, presented exceptionally for the European Heritage Days. Mediators will be present to engage with visitors and accompany the discovery of the works.

In the park of the Cathedral, starting from September 18, a path of reproductions allows you to explore different periods of Guy de Montlaur's work, through a stroll between art, landscape, and heritage. This path will be accessible until June 2027.
Born in 1918, Guy de Montlaur was profoundly influenced by war, poetry, music, and faith. His artistic journey evolved from cubism to geometric abstraction, then to abstract expressionism and lyrical abstraction.

This exhibition holds particular resonance in Maguelone: the Montlaur family is part of the history of the Cathedral, notably with Jean I and Jean II de Montlaur, bishops of Maguelone. Jean I, bishop from 1158 to 1190, notably completed the construction of the Cathedral.

Two paths to discover the artist and his universe, and to create a dialogue between artistic creation, history, and heritage.

Domaine de Maguelone – Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone
Exhibitions: 9 AM – 7 PM
Original works: September 18 to 21 – Tribune des Chanoines
Path of reproductions: from September 18, 2026, to June 2027 – in the park
Guided tours: Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20 at 11 AM

Free parking at Prévost – Car access via Palavas-les-Flots.

Don’t miss also:
Guided tour of the Cathedral An opportunity to discover or rediscover the Cathedral, its history, its secrets, … Saturday 19/9: 2 PM & 4 PM / Sunday 20/9: 2 PM & 4 PM > Duration approximately 1h30

Free guided tours without reservation – Please arrive 10 minutes before the start.

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