This village was fortified at the Middle Ages during the 100 years war and some of its ramparts are still standing today. It is situated on the road leading to Alba at the border of where the black basalt columns and white limestone rock are found.
The church of Berzème appears as soon as 1170. It is a Romanesque church with a wooden bell from the 18th century.
At the foot of the Coiron can be seen a basalt "neck" (mass of volcanic rock), which is surely one of the largest in Europe. In the village remains of its medieval age can be seen on its fortified gate.
This castle’s medieval and renaissance architecture is unique to the area. It is open to the public all year long except in February. During the summer there are guided tours and medieval activities. Documentation in English.
The church is one of the hundreds of places of worship of primitive Roman style built from the 11th century and has been modified several times, as often.
This tower is the only thing that remains of the castle.
You will be surprised by the architectural richness found in the city. As you stroll through its walkways you will find old buildings with its royal architecture, and 16th century Hotels, and even its old prison interesting to see and visit.
Darbres is a picturesque village nestled alongside the cliffs of the Coiron plateau. There are traces of life dating to the Neolithic age and writings that document the existence of Darbres dating the 10th century.
The church is part of the National Registry of Historical monuments. Dédicate to Saint-Genest, the church is believed to date the 11th or 12th century. It has been built on an older place of worship.
Saint-Maurice-d'Ibie possesses a lot of treasures like older bread ovens: Condamine Trois Gros, communal, Eldin and from Séveniers House.
