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The abbey church of the former Benedictine monastery in Beaulieu dates back to the 12th century. Romanesque at its finest. The south portal is particularly impressive, with its detailed tympanum depicting Christ with his disciples. The adjoining bell tower dates from the 14th century. Only the remains of the monastery walls and the chapter house remain.

Opening times From June 15, 2024 to September 15 * The chapel is open from mid-June to mid-September for temporary exhibitions and guided tours of the city (information at the tourist office).

The chapel was built in the 12th century. After being partially damaged during the Hundred Years' War, it was restored thanks to a loan taken out by the consulate from a wealthy family. It was sold as national property during the Revolution. In 1820, it was bought by the Brotherhood of the Blue Penitents. The latter disappeared at the end of the 19th century, after having had a great influence in the city. The chapel is above all remarkable for its magnificent five-bay bell tower with bell locations. The chevet of the chapel is simple with its triplet of apsidioles and its Limousin moldings.

Some of the windows in the nave contain stained glass from the 16th century. Today only fragments remain (restoration in the 1990s). One window shows a crucifixion scene, another Jean II de Castelnau (the father of the church's founder Jacques de Castelnau) in his robes with his protector, John the Baptist, and his wife Anne de Culant with Saint Anne.

Footbridge over a weir of the Dordogne in Beaulieu s/ Dordogne. Connects the old town with a holiday village.

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Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne lives up to its name very well. This city has a rich past. It is visible thanks to particularly well preserved architecture. The Saint-Pierre abbey church is remarkable in this respect, due in particular to its tympanum representing the scene of the last judgment. The church is located in the heart of the village. You are therefore a stone's throw from medieval streets and Renaissance houses. A gem!

Very beautiful and well-preserved castle from the 13th century. Entry costs €8 and is definitely worth it. It is also easy to reach by bike on a beautiful cycle path through an idyllic landscape.