리우르드르 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

매혹적인 석조 작업, 매우 아름다운 로마네스크 교회

Leaving Bretenoux, we pass through this shaded section, among the trees, before cycling through the surrounding fields.

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.

To follow the route of the hike you have to take the small stone path.

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.