The construction of the church of Saint-Pierre was begun in the late 11th century as a priory of the Benedictine Abbey of Saint-Pierre of Moissac. In the 12th century, the open narthex (vestibule) was built. The time of the Hundred Years War brought destruction and plunder. Its traces of the church and the abbey buildings were largely repaired in the second half of the 15th century as part of extensive renovations.

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The old houses of the village from the 15th and 16th centuries are grouped around the abbey, which has largely retained its medieval ambience and is well maintained. With the …

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1. Historic Village of Carennac – Carennac loop from Carennac

9.46km

02:43

230m

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2. Historic Village of Carennac – Taillerfer ruins loop from Carennac

12.7km

03:48

380m

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3. Historic Village of Carennac loop from Carennac

4.37km

01:18

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 500 m

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Thursday 29 January

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91 %

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Historic Village of Carennac

1. Historic Village of Carennac – Carennac loop from Carennac

2. Historic Village of Carennac – Taillerfer ruins loop from Carennac

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