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Martel is a medieval town, with the older houses built of pale stone that contrasts with their reddish-brown roofs. The ramparts that used to surround the town are gone but in their place is a wide boulevard and the narrow-streeted central part is a pedestrian area.
Martel is a gorgeous little town lying a little north of the Dordogne river in the Lot department. It was the former capital of the Viscount of Turenne and much remains of its medieval past. It is listed as a 'town of art and history'.
Jul 4, 2023 · Martel, Lot. Pretty medieval town in the Lot region to the east of Dordogne. The town of Martel is not, in fact, famous for the brandy (that's Martell with two ll's) but is well known as the capital of truffles and a great producer of walnuts, two of the region's specialities.
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Visit Martel in the Lot department (Midi-Pyrenees region) of France: tourist information, places to visit and attractions near Martel
It takes place near the old Gallo-Roman road linking Paris to the south of France, not far from the old salt ports of the region. Fortified from the thirteenth century, Martel has a golden age from this period, and this for several centuries.
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Martel is a small medieval city of the Dordogne Valley, born between the 11th and the between the XIth and the middle of the XIIth century and property of the viscount of Turenne from 1180. It has no link with the legend of Charles Martel.
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Jun 3, 2024 · Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of the Lot department in the Occitanie region of southern France, Martel is a medieval village that beckons travelers with its timeless charm, rich history, and authentic ambiance. Here’s a glimpse of what makes Martel a must-visit destination:
