Le Temple-sur-Lot is a town in Lot-et-Garonne, in the Aquitaine region Nova, 16 km west of Villeneuve-sur-Lot.
And the name of the locality testify in the territory of nearly 17 square kilometers is located on the left bank of the river, which forms at this level a large body of water from the construction of a dam a few kilometers upstream the twentieth century.
The village is formed around a Commandery of Knights Templar established in the thirteenth century which drew its toll revenue collected from boats sailing on the Lot and on the road which ran along.
Malta became a Hospitaller of the entity after the Hundred Years War which caused havoc in the region, the Commanderie then found a second wind and continues to grow.
It remains today the jewel of the town, became the owner of the site. Renowned for producing prunes, fruit and cheeses, Le Temple-sur-Lot which has just over 1,000 inhabitants is also popular with tourists in high season for its offer of water sports and bucolic countryside. Besides, of course, its rich heritage!
In terms of heritage, the Commandery is revealed in fact a castle around which, over the centuries, developed the locality. If the first building of the twelfth and thirteenth century was square but still built in stone, after the Hundred Years War, this time built in brick, the new building proved extensive and well crafted. A first campaign allowed the construction of a dwelling with a corner tower, which was soon doubled when a second phase, and with a stair tower "out of work". Note the windows moldings or double cavet (hollow molding), doors with rounded amounts and chimneys leaning against the wall. Later (XVI, XVII), an enclosure was built, fortified and dotted with towers. The set thus included the stately home of the Knights and the homes of villagers. Part of the Commanderie now offers sports clubs and all be visited, especially during Heritage Days.
See then in the town, the Church of Our Lady (the redesigned former Templar church and embellished over the centuries, became a parish church), but also other places of worship located on the hamlets: the Church of St. Caprais, appearance modest but which houses relics of the saint, and relics, wilderness or almost, churches Saint-Germain (XIII), which suffered from the wars of Religion, and Saint-Germain.
Other heritage pan which is one of the jewels of the village: the lily nursery founded in 1875 by the botanist Joseph Bory Latour-Marliac. The institution still exists, and it fascinates: it is presenting its hybrid plants of varying colors in 1889 at the Paris Universal Exhibition he seduces a client named... Claude Monet who commanded for its gardens of Giverny. The nursery now covers 2.5 hectares and produces 250 varieties of lilies exported worldwide. The site is labeled Remarkable Garden. His visit proves synonymous with exoticism and it seems to go a masterpiece! Open from 15 April to 15 October except Mondays. Outside this period, groups by appointment. Price: 3.75 and 7.50 with instructional booklet. Information at +33 5 53 01 08 05.
In terms of outdoor sports and recreation, the lake has a beach (called Lagzaille) for swimming and lounging, supervised in season, and many water activities are proposed: rowing, canoeing, sailing, water skiing, river cruises and fishing. Information +33 6 60 11 06 36 for fishing (mandatory card) +33 5 53 41 86 46 for other activities.
For walkers and hikers, also a guided form of ride of the Commandery and the village center, are different paths traced in the surrounding countryside, but also a green way (also open to cyclists) connecting Le Temple-sur-Lot in Sainte-Livrade. Maps and information +33 5 53 41 86 46.
Tuesday evening in July and August, guided tour and lunch concerts in the garden of lilies.
On Sunday morning in July and August, local market on the square of the Templars with entertainment.
The second September weekend gathering of old vehicles.
Exposition de Peintures : Polychromie par Ana LOPEZ VECCHIERELLI
- From 10 to 27 april 2024
- Maison des associations et du tourisme, Place des Templiers
- "Polychromy" offers a colorful journey through the inspiring village, inspired by the colors of brick, stone, water and greenery, and cradled by a surprising sky as the seasons change. Ana lopez vecchierelli's canvases are alive with movement, color and supple forms.
Thé Dansant
- On 12 may 2024
- Salle Josiane Mascarin
- Tea dance hosted by Gérard GOUNY, organized by the Danseurs de Musette Templais.
Spectale Contes et Poésies
- From 1 to 2 june 2024
- Salle du Conservatoire
- Les Amis du Temple-sur-Lot present a show of stories and poetry : humor and wordplay. Come and listen to texts in a friendly atmosphere ! - Snacks and drinks provided. - Registration at the Vival.
9ème Salon des Créateurs d'art et du Bien-Être
- On 2 june 2024
- Salle Josiane Mascarin
- 8 ? salon des créateurs d'art et de bien-être, with workshop sale. - 10:30am-12pm²:30pm4:30pm Free artistic activities for all - 5pm raffle - Refreshments, fast food. - Tombola at 5pm.
Vide-Grenier de l'Association Templ'Art
- On 2 june 2024
- Salle Josiane Mascarin
- Templ'art organizes its garage sale !
Visite de la Commanderie Templière
- From 1 july to 31 august 2024
- Commanderie Templière, Place des Templiers
- The passionate Mrs. CARAVATI and Mrs. LAVALLÉE will reveal the secrets of this emblematic monument and explain how the village developed around the Commanderie from the 13th century onwards ! - Reservations required 24 hours in advance. Minimum departure 6 people.
Exposition de Anne-Marie VIDAL : Évasions
- From 15 to 27 july 2024
- 2 Place du café, Office de tourisme Lot-et-Tolzac
- Anne-Marie VIDAL's exhibition : "As a lover of nature and old buildings, I like to reproduce them with my brushes. This year, I'm trying out a few new methods gleaned here and there, which I'm modifying to my own liking, in order to bring some novelty to my exhibition."
