If you go to Rocamadour, you must visit the castle. The views are amazing, and the area has a spot where you cann all of Rocamadour, its layout, its churches, etc..

Le château de Rocamadour Overlooking the village from the top of its cliffs, the Rocamadour castle offers a breathtaking view of the region. Its history is closely tied to that of the village, serving as a defensive bastion for centuries.

2025年1月24日 · Perched dramatically at the top of the cliff, Rocamadour’s castle was built in the Middle Ages to defend the Sanctuary below. While the castle itself is not open to the public, you can walk the castle ramparts, which gives great views looking back over the castle and garden.

The sanctuary in Rocamadour, also known as the Religious City of Rocamadour, is built against the cliffs above the medieval village and accessed from the village by a staircase called the Grand Escalier or by a lift (charge payable). The monuments in the sanctuary are together listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Explore the Sanctuary of Rocamadour The Sanctuary is composed of a cluster of seven chapels and churches. Above them higher up the cliff face is the castle that was built to protect the Sanctuary and below is the town that grew up to accommodate the pilgrims who came to visit.

2023年11月30日 · Over 30 balloons gracefully adorn the skyline, framing Rocamadour’s town, sanctuary, and castle towers as they ascend. For optimal viewing, head to the meadows at the …

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Inside the sanctuary are several chapels dedicated to various saints, including Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Saint-Blaise, Sainte-Anne, Saint-Michel, and Saint-Louis. It is in the chapelle Notre …

Château de Rocamadour is a castle in Rocamadour, Arrondissement of Gourdon, Occitanie. Château de Rocamadour is situated nearby to the church Chapelle Saint-Michel de Rocamadour, as well as near Chapelle Notre-Dame d'Ovalie.

2024年6月3日 · Château de Rocamadour: Visit the Château de Rocamadour, a medieval fortress that overlooks the village. The castle offers a glimpse into the region’s feudal history and provides panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.