Curemonte

Curemonte

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownCuremonteVégennes at 3.2 km (5 min)
Insee code19067Branceilles at 3.3 km (4 min)
Postcode19500La Chapelle-aux-Saints at 3.5 km (5 min)
Latitude45.0002780Marcillac-la-Croze at 4.3 km (5 min)
Longitude1.7423370Puy-d'Arnac at 6.9 km (8 min)
AltitudeFrom 127 to 360 metersSaint-Bazile-de-Meyssac at 7.1 km (9 min)
Surface8.83 km²Lostanges at 7.9 km (9 min)
Population216 inhabitantsNonards at 8 km (9 min)
Density24 inhabitants/km²Le Pescher at 8.3 km (9 min)
National labelSaint-Michel-de-Bannières at 8.4 km (10 min)
Chief townTulle (at 37 km, 41 min)Condat at 8.5 km (10 min)
DepartmentCorrèzeChauffour-sur-Vell at 8.6 km (10 min)
RegionLimousinSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Three churches, three castles, three fountains, six or seven noble houses are the emblems of this exceptional site, one of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France" steeped in history since its first written in 860, in the Cartulary of the Beaulieu Abbey. Cradle of great feudal families, the Curemonte, Aymara, and finally Plas Cardalhac the 15th to early 19th century.

Built on a rocky ridge north-south providing a natural protection, the village retains a rich history and unique heritage after a decline that was almost fatal to him know in recent decades a virtual renaissance.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Three Roman churches:
  • Saint Barthelemy (XII) in the heart of the town, beautifully restored (1992);
  • Saint Genest (XII) in the eponymous hamlet, restored and converted into a museum of religion;
  • Saint Hilaire de La Combe (XI), on the road Branceilles, the oldest church in the county.
  • Three Castles:
  • Saint Hilaire (XIV), Plas (XV) in the same enclosure, seat of the lordship of Curemonte inhabited by Colette during the Occupation (private property);
  • The Johannie (XV), built by the family Jean (private property).
  • Six or seven noble houses located in the village, built by and for families occupying high positions in the castle.
  • Three Fountains:
  • The Fountain Chassang north of the town, mentioned since 1469;
  • La Fontanelle, south of the town;
  • The Fountain of Valeyre south-east of the hamlet Market.
  • The Jean Lalé hall in the heart of town, built after the Revolution, restored in the 1970s. It is the starting point for tours offered primarily during the months of July, August and September.
Detailed information
MonumentsCastle of La Johannie,   Castle of Saint-Hilaire,   Castle of the Plas

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

La Chapelle-aux-Saints, Collonges-la-Rouge, Meyssac, Saillac, Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne, Turenne ...

PHOTOS
Noble house near the church of Saint Bartholomew
 
Overview, Saint Barthelemy, La Johannie
Lalé John Hall
 
Church of Saint-Genest Museum
Church of Saint Hilaire de La Combe
 
North Overview
Village emerging from the mists of September
 
Home in the village
Work at shoeing oxen
 
Belltower
Petit Chateau
 
Turret wells and banal
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -2°C - Max. 6°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Thursday 16 February
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RESTAURANTS 
Hotel du centre
Vayrac
In this beautiful village in the north of the lot, Fabrice and Virginia offer a traditional cuisine, family atmosphere. The downtown hotel is open in winter Monday to Saturday and summer...
Located 6.1 km from CuremonteFrom 10 € to 30 € per person 
L' Hostellerie du Relais Sainte Anne
Martel
We offer a fresh and innovative kitchen and we serve every day a new menu from the maket.
Located 12.8 km from CuremonteFrom 20 € to 25 € per person 
Auberge de Mathieu
Padirac
Whether in his room with soft colors, as bright conservatory or on a shady terrace and flowers, it is good to take some time to taste the local dishes, the menu of the hostel or just...
Located 16.4 km from CuremonteFrom 15 € to 35 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Chambres d'hotes de st-julien  
Les Quatre-Routes-du-Lot
It was at the crossroads of northern LOT, bass Corrèze and the Dordogne, that the houses in St-Julien welcome you in our house on the 17th century, garden, terraces, very beautiful...
Located 7.5 km from CuremonteFrom 48 € to 52 € the double room 
Moulin du soustre  
Cavagnac
In a renovated mill tastefully decorated 3 bedrooms await you in a delightful setting of more than 3 hectares. Vous can enjoy a pool 13met 5met50 by a pond with boat fishing rods etc......
Located 7.8 km from CuremonteFrom 96 € to 126 € the double room 
La Grange    
9.7
Astaillac
La Grange is a carefully restored old barn and is located in heart of Bourg d'Astaillac 5 km from Beaulieu sur Dordogne, in a very quiet location, with views overlooking the valley...
Located 8.8 km from Curemonte55 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Chalet a la campagne avec piscine
Strenquels
Rents new chalet year 2006 comfortable in the countryside on 1000 m² of land with pool. It comprises a lounge dining room of 35 m² with leather corner sofa, dining room, big screen...
Located 8.1 km from CuremonteFrom 400 € to 500 € per week 
Gîte Le Gabarot
Carennac
Stone built house in a classified village on the edge of the Dordogne. 125 m²,3 bedrooms, chimney, small protected terrace. Close to Rocamadour and gouffre of Padirac. Shops in the...
Located 9.1 km from CuremonteFrom 300 € to 520 € per week 
Gîte rural Lo Colombiér ensolelhat  
10
Puybrun
Rural house label Gîte de France 2 ears - Ref. GR2118V and 3 stars by ranking prefecture. Flexible lease terms of number of persons and rates by period (from 120 € to 800 €). Maximum...
Located 9.8 km from CuremonteFrom 465 € to 825 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping les Granges  
Vayrac
Camping along the Dordogne river, shaded park of 5 ha, 150 camping places including 34 mobile homes. Located in the heart of attractions, 20 minutes of Rocamadour, the groots of Padirac,...
Located 8.5 km from CuremonteFrom 12.70 € to 15.90 € per day 
La Berge Ombragée - Vallée de la Dordogne   
9.5
Brivezac
Welcome to the campsite along the banks of the Dordogne in a beautiful green setting. On site, swimming, kayaking, cycling, volleyball, fishing are offered as well as services: bar,...
Located 8.6 km from CuremonteFrom 9.90 € to 12.90 € per day 
Camping *** Les Chalets sur la Dordogne    
8.9
Girac
An ideal site for your holidays. This small campsite (2,5 ha, 39 places) has all the advantages of a big one. 7 quality chalets and mobile home, big shaded places, a snack-bar restaurant...
Located 10.2 km from CuremonteFrom 11.80 € to 14.80 € per day 

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HOTELS
Logis Le Relais de Vellinus     
6.3
Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne
Completely renovated hotel, located in a pretty part of Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne. Soundproof rooms have a themed decoration, with modern facilities. There is a garage for cars and bicycles...
Located 7.8 km from CuremonteRoom from 68 €
Le Manoir De Beaulieu     
7.5
Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne
Le Manoir de Beaulieu is a charming boutique hotel in beautiful, peaceful surroundings, offering elegant accommodation and a gourmet restaurant a 5-minute walk from the Dordogne River....
Located 7.8 km from CuremonteRoom from 55 €
Auberge des Charmilles     
7.9
Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne
The Auberge des Charmilles is located in the historic village of Beaulieu, on the banks of the Dordogne River. This country house offers individually decorated rooms free Wi-Fi. Each...
Located 8 km from CuremonteRoom from 68 €

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Corrèze
Logis Hotel Du Lac
Located between Brive-la-Gaillarde and Clermont-Ferrand, this Logis hotel is next to Lake Triouzoune. It offers rooms with...
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