Église Saint-Pierre
Église Saint-Pierre
4.5
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NickBrum
Southampton, UK68 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
What I liked most about this church, apart from the grand doorway and elaborately-carved tympanum, is the austerity of its Romanesque interior. This is in stark contrast with the Gothic cloisters, which are also a must-see. Although entry to the church is free, to access the cloisters you will need to obtain a token from the tourist office next door. The cost is 3 Euros but worth it, as the cloisters are over 2 levels, and ranged around a pretty lawn. For parking, I would recommend car park P1, located at the south-east side of town, off the D20, as its free.
Written 12 July 2017
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Jill P
Cheltenham, UK88 contributions
Jul 2015 • Family
The tympanum over the main door is exquisite and one of the best examples I have ever seen. The church itself has many interesting facets and is well worth a visit...as are the cloisters of the ancient monastery located just the other side of the our it's centre. Beautifully preserved, they give a real feel for the ancient, monastic way of life.
Written 29 August 2015
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Mikeview
Clayton, CA662 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
This Romanesque church from the 12th century provides a glimpse into the early history of this lovely village. The church is well perserved and is a worthwhile visit. It is also cool on a hot day and dry on a wet one.
Written 24 May 2016
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Charlena L
Holden, MA217 contributions
May 2015 • Friends
Eglise Saint-Pierre, a Romanesque church of the twelfth century, is situated in the lovely town of Carennac. As stated by others, the tympanum over the main door is exquisite. It shows a mandarin of Christ surrounded by the symbols of the four evangelists as well as the apostles. While the church which has a typical Romanesque central barrel vault, and is well worth visiting, the cloister and nearby chapter house are must visits. The chapter house holds what must be one of the most glorious sculptures remaining from the 15th century, the "Mise au Tombeau," a life size tableau of the entombment of Christ. There're also many other interesting sculptures.
Written 12 April 2016
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Minackman
Bridport, UK206 contributions
Jun 2015 • Friends
Yes, the Romanesque church ("Norman" to us Brits) built in the 11th century is a solid example and yes the hotchpotch cloisters from the 12th and 15th century are worth a visit, but this priory is justly celebrated for two quite remarkable sculptures.
The first is the tympanum over the 12th century porch with its symbolic representation of the last judgment and the end of time.
Better still is the 15th century "mise au tombeau" found in the chapter room off the east side of the cloisters. Spend time looking at the detail and marvelling at the skill of the craftsmen working over 500 years ago. Amazingly it escaped destruction in the Revolution when in 1791 a local prosecutor recognised its worth. Originally it would have been elaborately coloured but somehow the natural ivory of the stone is all the more impressive because the eye concentrates on the quality of the carving
The first is the tympanum over the 12th century porch with its symbolic representation of the last judgment and the end of time.
Better still is the 15th century "mise au tombeau" found in the chapter room off the east side of the cloisters. Spend time looking at the detail and marvelling at the skill of the craftsmen working over 500 years ago. Amazingly it escaped destruction in the Revolution when in 1791 a local prosecutor recognised its worth. Originally it would have been elaborately coloured but somehow the natural ivory of the stone is all the more impressive because the eye concentrates on the quality of the carving
Written 9 July 2015
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Jeff W
Littleton, CO435 contributions
Jun 2015 • Friends
The church was the site to see here...old, old, old with tiny stained glass windows and massive columns. Classic Romanesque period, with a beautiful portal, festooned with swift nests. You can see where swift droppings have etched away at the stairs over the centuries. Very old. Estimate of the first date of construction is between 1090 an 1110. The cloisters are a 3 euro admission and I thought this was a bit steep given the simplicity of the site. There is an interesting sculpture inside. See photos. Worth a visit, especially if you want to see an example of the Romanesque period.
Written 5 June 2015
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M S
Forstinning, Germany275 contributions
Walk through this lovely town and feel like in the middle age. The church is nice and you can enjoy the view on the river Dordogne.
Written 20 April 2015
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Theophilus
New Forest National Park Hampshire, UK341 contributions
Sept 2014 • Couples
The church and cloisters (3 euro entry charge to cloisters) are simple rather than ornate, but with a lovely peaceful ambiance. Well worth a visit.
Written 11 September 2014
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Paul T
Exeter, UK149 contributions
Sept 2013 • Friends
Carennac is well worth a diversion - its location is stunning and the village buildings are very attractive. The church has some mediaeval wall decoration inside - unusual for France - and some pleasant cloisters (entrance charge). A pleasant place to stop for lunch, or an ice cream in the restaurant in the centre. Carry on through the village and cross the river on a narrow suspension bridge to get to Souillac.
Written 23 September 2013
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ShellDave30
Fraser Coast, Australia67 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
Lovely church in the heart of this beautiful medieval village. Wonder around early evening as the light is stunning on the buildings and through the stain glass of the church.
Written 20 May 2019
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