The Frankish World: Merovingian and Carolingian Historic Sites
The Merovingian and Carolingian worlds survive in palace chapels, abbey churches, baptisteries and crypts across western and central Europe. Some early buildings retain much of their original body; others survive as particular structures within later complexes. This collection brings both dynasties together while distinguishing their chronology and architectural contributions. Explore the sites map for identifiable early medieval remains and articles explaining subsequent rebuilding and reuse.
Explore Merovingian and Carolingian sites
Explore more than 100 Merovingian and Carolingian historic sites, from palace chapels and abbey churches to baptisteries and crypts, with a map and articles.
Daily life
Daily Life in the Frankish Realms
Frankish households made homes, food and clothing through family labor and estate obligations, while towns, churches, courts and river routes connected their work to wider communities.
History and society
How did Merovingian and Carolingian rulers connect conquest and inheritance with local government, church institutions, production and communication across western and central Europe?