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Your hotel in Souterraine
La Souterraine is a charming little town in the Creuse department of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, rich in medieval remains. On the route to Santiago de Compostela, this town invites you to discover its granite church, fortifications and old houses. Notre-Dame church, built between the 11th and 13th centuries by the monks of the Saint-Martial de Limoges abbey, blends Romanesque and Gothic styles.
Visiting the La Souterraine area from your hotel
Nearby, the monumental 13th-century Porte Saint-Jean and Porte du Puycharraud are impressive remnants of the ancient ramparts. Four kilometers from the historic center, the Tour de Bridiers, the keep of an ancient fortress surrounded by medieval gardens, is also well worth a visit. The site, the former seat of the viscounty, still boasts a 12th-century tower and elements of an earlier castle. The upper parts of the tower have been restored, offering an exceptional panorama from a glass floor. In August, the site hosts La Fresque Historique de Bridiers, a medieval show.
La Souterraine also offers a wide range of outdoor activities. The Etang du Cheix, in particular, is a popular spot for anglers, walkers and relaxation enthusiasts.
What to do around La Souterraine
Just 28 minutes away by car, discover the Vallée des Peintres, a place of a thousand colors and rich history, which inspired many Impressionist painters such as Claude Monet, Armand Guillaumin and Picabia. Located in Crozant, this valley is home to the remains of an ancient fortress, once one of the most powerful strongholds in France in the Middle Ages. From the rocher des Fileuses, you can admire a magnificent panorama of these remains. You can also stroll along the Sédelle river and through the forest to reach the Moulin de la Folie and the Pont Charraud.