Romaric was a Frankish nobleman and abbot who lived in Austrasia during the late 6th and mid-7th centuries. After serving as a Count Palatine under King Theodebert II, he faced a period of wandering following the death of his parents at the hands of Queen Brunhilda. Following the political shifts that allowed him to reclaim his lands, he underwent a religious conversion through the influence of Amatus of Grenoble. He eventually abandoned court life to pursue a monastic vocation, leading to the establishment of a significant religious community.
Monastic life
After training at Luxeuil Abbey, Romaric co-founded the Remiremont Abbey alongside Amatus of Grenoble. This double monastery, which accommodated both men and women, was constructed on land Romaric had previously held as a count. He assumed the role of abbot around 625, overseeing several family members who joined the order, including his daughters, granddaughter, and grandson.
Veneration
Recognized as a saint in the Roman Catholic Church, Romaric is commemorated on December 10 or December 8. His status was formally canonized by Pope Leo IX in 1049. He remains a significant figure in the history of the Remiremont community and the religious traditions of the Frankish region.