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Saint-Front Cathedral

Saint-Front Cathedral

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Saint-Front Cathedral

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Location: New Aquitaine, France

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August 19, 2018

Hiking

In the 11th century a Romanesque basilica was built with the ground plan of a Greek cross, the four naves of the same length were crowned with a cupola each. …

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September 6, 2024

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The Saint-Front Cathedral in Périgueux is one of the city's most iconic monuments and a masterpiece of religious architecture in France. Built in the 12th century, it is a UNESCO …

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January 21, 2021

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The cathedral is dedicated to Saint Fronto of Périgueux, who, according to tradition, was a missionary in the Dordogne. In his honor, a church was built in the 6th century, which developed into a place of pilgrimage. In the 11th century there was a large abbey that looked after the pilgrims. The visit was also made to pilgrims on the Via Lemovicensis, a French section of the Camino de Santiago to Santiago de Compostela, in the Book of Jacob, which was written at this time

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Rue cité historique – Saint-Front Cathedral loop from Périgueux

10.3km

02:40

50m

50m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Rue cité historique – Saint-Front Cathedral loop from Périgueux

6.49km

01:44

70m

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 160 m

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Location: New Aquitaine, France

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