Carennac, France – The Stunning Medieval Village You’ve Never Heard Of! | A Walking Tour

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A Secret Beauty in France: Discover the Stunning Village of Carennac

Nestled along the banks of the Dordogne River in the Lot department of southwestern France, Carennac is one of the country’s most beautiful and well-preserved medieval villages. Classified as one of "Les Plus Beaux Villages de France," this hidden gem is a true step back in time, with its stone houses, narrow streets, and breathtaking views of the river.

✨ A Brief History of Carennac
Carennac’s history dates back over 1,000 years, when a Cluniac priory was founded here in the 11th century. The Priory of Saint-Pierre remains one of its most impressive landmarks, featuring stunning Romanesque architecture and intricate stone carvings. The village thrived during the Middle Ages as a religious and trading hub, with its riverside location making it a strategic point for merchants and pilgrims traveling to Santiago de Compostela.

During the Hundred Years’ War and the Wars of Religion, Carennac saw its share of conflicts, but its medieval charm remained intact. It was also home to François Fénelon, a famous 17th-century writer and theologian, who lived in the Château des Doyens, another historic highlight of the village.

🏰 What Makes Carennac Special?
✔️ Fairytale-like medieval streets with charming stone houses
✔️ The Priory of Saint-Pierre, a Romanesque masterpiece
✔️ Stunning views of the Dordogne River and peaceful countryside
✔️ Rich history, legends, and hidden stories
✔️ A quiet, untouched gem far from the tourist crowds

Carennac is the perfect destination for history lovers, photographers, and anyone looking for a peaceful escape in one of France’s most enchanting villages.

This little-known village is one of France’s most stunning hidden gems, and I hope this video made you feel like you were walking its medieval streets with me.

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Filmed on May 27th 2024 using DJI Osmo Pocket 3.

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This mostly unknown village is one of the prettiest I have seen in France. Even on cloudy day it was amazing. No cars, no crowds... just the sound of the birds and the history. France has some amazing villages to discover and this is truly one of them. Get ready to be amazed, just like I was. :)

TintinGlobe-Trotter
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I was very impressed, thank you very much for this wonderful visual feast, love from Istanbul❤🇹🇷

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Its a beautiful town and a nice travel vlog. Thanks, Tintin... 👏

OlivierRodriguez
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Merci pour cette belle découverte. Une vidéo lente, comme si on marchait soi-même. Un charmant village

martineschittecatte
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Wow, this village is quite interesting and very natural😊

Kampungsunyif
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Merci beaucoup pour cette magnifique vidéo!!👍

NicolasDudic-phkd
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Nice place! I like your videos without music more. Ambient sound is good.

wmanad
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So narrow streets I bet can can barely fit there! Thanks for sharing! I enjoyed your walk a lot!

Vyrij_Music
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Very nice video. Lovely place I wish I could go. Looks peaceful.

chefgastrique
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اعتقد بأنة من غير موسيقى يبدو اجمل..! شكرآ لك 🌸💟🏡

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CAMINHAR POR UM VILAREJO DESSE É MARAVILHOSO, CURTINDO A BELEZA DOS CASAROES A NATUREZA E O CANTAR DOS PÁSSAROS MUITA PAZ, MUITO LINDO OBRIGADA ❤ 🇧🇷 🇧🇷

luciachiste
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J'ai adoré ce village lors de notre visite

NoFakeNewsWorld
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Very lovely! I'm happy I found you today. Thank you!

janewhite
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Merci beaucoup de partager votre aventure et découvrir ce village d’exception car effectivement c’est magnifique!(😉du Québec)

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Really you worked so hard for this successful event

saboomar
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New sub 373 😊 Amazing video! Walking through the streets of France looks like such a wonderful experience—the architecture, atmosphere, and history are truly captivating. I also create travel content on my channel, and this video gave me so much inspiration. I watched until the very end—it was truly enjoyable and immersive

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I really enjoyed this video thank you for your effort new subscriber🌻

walkingtravels
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Bien que se trouvant sur la Dordogne, ce village est situé dans le département du Lot.

cgrant
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Great video. I would prefer no music though. The ambience is relaxing 🙂

leecourt
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Sublimissimes villages du Périgord, de la Corrèze, du Lot... ❤❤❤

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