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In the heart of the artists' village of Gargilesse stands a 12th-century Romanesque church that George Sand once called a "little masterpiece." From the outside, it appears simple, but inside you'll find more than 100 carved capitals. Once connected to the castle by an underground passage, the church still exudes the atmosphere of centuries of faith, art, and history.

In the Creuse valley lies the picturesque village of Gargilesse-Dampierre. The village is listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France. And I can see why: the romantic charm of the closely packed houses with their steep, brown-tiled roofs, which surround the castle. Truly artistic, picturesque, and charismatic. It's wonderful to take a walk in this area and have a drink at one of the restaurants. Especially the restaurant at the top, where you have a magnificent view of the village and the castle.

It's impressive to walk under and along this viaduct. You suddenly feel very small.

George Sand is the pseudonym of the French writer Amantine Aurore Lucile Dupin de Francueil (* July 1, 1804 in Paris; † June 8, 1876 in Nohant, Indre department), who published novels as well as numerous socially critical works. Through her lifestyle and her works, she championed feminist and socially critical goals. She rebelled against the restrictions imposed on women by marriage in the 19th century and demanded equal participation of all classes in social goods.

The small church is located in the middle of this beautiful town with its narrow and winding streets. The town and the church are worth a visit.

A very impressive ruin. It shows the power that emanates from here

signposted, beautiful and challenging walks

Located on a rocky outcrop, the castle of Cluis-Dessous occupied a strategic position. In the 12th century, the keep is the oldest part of the building. The curtain wall, slightly more recent (12th-13th century), is typical of Plantagenêt architecture. The house, which dates from the 14th and 15th centuries, is only partially preserved.