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If you choose Ladern-sur-Lauquet for your stay, you can plan your trip around three specific themes: the heritage of Rieunette Abbey, hiking, and the local Le Buffoli festival. The village lies on the Lauquet. The churches of Saint-Genest and Rieunette represent different periods of construction, while the hiking trails showcase woodland scenery and views.

Rieunette Abbey and the churches

The abbey church, dating from the late 12th century, is all that remains of the original Rieunette Abbey. It was classified as a Monument historique by decree on August 29, 1950. The Vallon des Rieunettes and the abbey in Ladern-sur-Lauquet are also listed as registered sites. Here, the history of the abbey comes together with the designation of its church as protected heritage.

The church of Saint-Genest in Ladern-sur-Lauquet dates mainly from the 14th century. Its five bays are separated by four pointed arches. Bays are the individual sections of a church interior; the arches divide these sections. Together with the abbey church, they offer a clear comparison of periods: one building dates from the late 12th century, while the other dates mainly from the 14th century. If you are interested in architectural history, these two distinct examples, with clearly differentiated dates, are at the heart of the visit.

Hiking around Ladern-sur-Lauquet

The Boucle de Ladern is an 18-kilometre hike. It passes through forests of boxwood and holm oak and offers the chance to discover Rieunette Cistercian Abbey and the village of Greffeil. The distance provides a useful guide for planning your hike; the woodland scenery and the two named destinations give the route its own character. Trail conditions can change, so it is advisable to check them before setting out.

The Boucle de Verzeille offers a different perspective and passes through Ladern-sur-Lauquet. Along the route, a rock topped by an iron cross serves as a viewpoint overlooking the village. While the Boucle de Ladern focuses on distance, forests, and places to discover, here the emphasis is on the view of Ladern-sur-Lauquet. Trail conditions and access to the viewpoint can also change; check the current situation before your hike.

Le Buffoli: an event in late August

Le Buffoli takes place every year in late August on the Tuesday evening of the local festival. If you would like to plan your trip around that evening, check the dates for the relevant year in advance. A distinctive part of the festival is a farandole accompanied by brass-band music, lasting about an hour. The farandole is said to bring together more than 400 people. The date, music, and approximate duration provide practical details if you would like to include Le Buffoli in your travel plans.

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