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The Saint-Benoît Abbey of Saint-Malo is a major religious building in the city, built in the seventeenth century. This monument, classified among the Historical Monuments, is distinguished by its emblematic architecture, including its chapel (former abbey church) and cloister, inscribed in the additional inventory by order of 14 February 1946. Today, the site belongs to the Ille-et-Vilaine department and maintains a precise location, assessed as very satisfactory, at 1 Place Saint-Aaron in Saint-Malo.

The accuracy of its geographic location, noted 8 out of 10, reflects solid documentation, reinforced by GPS coordinates and an official address referenced in the Merimée database. Although current practical information (visits, services) is not detailed in available sources, its departmental ownership status suggests public management. The Abbey embodies a Breton religious and architectural heritage, marked by its early inscription as historical monuments.

Available sources, including Monumentum and internal data, highlight its historical importance and preservation. The Creative Commons license associated with certain photographs of the site also demonstrates its cultural accessibility. Despite the lack of details on its contemporary use (chambres d'hôtes, room rental), its 1946 registration and its membership in the department make it a protected heritage place and anchored in the history of the country.

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