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ROCAMADOUR WALLS

Fortifications – Ramparts
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46500Rocamadour, France
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Rocamadour is a medieval town known the world over for its beauty and its location, clinging to the cliffs

Rocamadour, this world-renowned medieval town, is distinguished by its beauty and exceptional location, clinging to the cliff. Its houses, chapels and other buildings seem to be stacked one on top of the other, creating a unique landscape. Rocamadour's history is as remarkable as its architecture. The town's castle and ramparts played a crucial role in its protection, and the remains of the 14th-century fort still bear witness today, allowing us to imagine its former grandeur. Rocamadour has been a spiritual pilgrimage destination for over a thousand years. Miracles are said to have been performed here, attracting thousands of believers over the centuries. This sacred status justified the need to defend and protect the sanctuary. The ramparts overlooking the castle prevented access to the city from the clifftop. Even today, the view from the walkway along the ramparts is still unbeatable. It offers a spectacular panorama of the Alzou valley and canyon that has endured through the ages. This path, a true witness to the past, takes us back through history, and we can almost feel the atmosphere of the battles and defining moments that took place here. In July and August, guided night tours of the sanctuaries are offered, allowing even greater immersion. As night falls, the experience becomes mystical, and it's not uncommon to imagine a knight in armor crossing the site.

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Olivtolosa
Visited in september 2022
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Panorama
Joli panorama depuis les remparts sur la ville médiévale....à faire par beau temps après avoir effectué son chemin de croix....NE SURTOUT PAS PRENDRE L'ASSENCEUR, la caissière qui passe sa journée dedans à détrousser les touristes de 3euros doit être traumatisée, aimable comme une porte de prison....Marcher c'est mieux!
Danoche78
Visited in september 2021
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Super vue
A faire hors saison et pendant midi pour avoir moins de monde. Visite des 7 églises. Parcours sportifs avec les marches mais super à faire. Super vues.
Laeti.46
Visited in august 2019
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Point de vie a couper le souffle
Promenade sympa, point de vue magnifique des remparts. On se croie hors du temps. Peu se faire en famille. Personnel très sympathique.
Laure417
Visited in september 2019
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Remparts de Rocamadour
Il faut consacrer un peu de temps à la visite des Remparts de Rocamadour car les panoramas sur la vallée sont exceptionnels et méritent d'être vus dans leur globalité. L'a-pic est cependant saisissant, voire presque effrayant, même si la voie à suivre est sécurisée. L'entrée est à un prix raisonnable (une pièce de 2 € par personne) et les sensations garanties !
Ana43
Visited in september 2018
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Magnifique !
Le paysage à partir des remparts, qui surplombent la roche de Rocamadour, est à couper le souffle, et l'on comprend l'aspect fortifié de les bâtiments religieux. Pensez à prendre la route de l'autre côté pour prendre la mesure des fortifications !

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