Located in the heart of the Pilat regional natural park, the medieval village of Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez is a former Chartreuse that has become a village. Ranked among the most beautiful villages in France, this place is open to visitors and has a range of hotels and restaurants.

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November 13, 2023

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Located in the heart of the Pilat regional natural park, the medieval village of Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez is a former Chartreuse that became a village. Ranked among the most beautiful villages in France, this place is open to visitors and has a range of hotels and restaurants.

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September 17, 2023

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The monastery of the Chartreuse de Sainte-Croix was founded in 1280 and remained in activity until 1792. Becoming a National Property during the French Revolution, the monastic community was expelled, and the monastery sold at auction in 44 lots to local families. There we find the town hall, a school...

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Location: Sainte-Croix-En-Jarez, Saint-Étienne, Auvergne Rhône Alpes, France

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