This Romanesque Roman Catholic church has a legend behind it. It’s said that it was built in the 12th century by Riwallon Rufus, a knight taken prisoner in the First Crusade, who vowed to build a church if he ever saw his homeland again. As such, there are a lot of middle-eastern architectural influences.

The highlights of the church are:

• The elegant Gothic chancel
• 14th-century grave slab in the north transept that allegedly contains the heart of Bertrand du Guesclin, a knight infamous for his hatred of the English.
• 12th and 15th century stained glass
• 800 year old granite bas reliefs
• Gargoyles on the spire
• The English garden behind the church
• The organs
• The bells

The square in which the church stands is one of the prettiest in town. From the church, you have a nice view of the River Rance. If you visit at night, you may be able to take pictures of the church lit up by brilliant floodlights.

• Get the printed history and guide for the church at the church itself.
• Catch the mass at noon on weekdays.

• Walk or drive here.
• Ask a local for public transport info and/or directions

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