Eglise de Saint-Cernin de Larche

The Romanesque church dates back to the 12th century. It features a domeless cupola, geminated arcades and projecting cornices. It has two side chapels, built later. The southern one is the oldest, while the northern one dates back only to 1732, when a number of parishioners pledged to finance the work, reserving burial rights for themselves.

Until 1778, certain noble families were buried in the chapels and children in the sacristy. For reasons of hygiene, this tradition was abolished in 1778. The slabs from these burials were removed during the French Revolution and later used to rebuild the staircase steps.

A cross remains on the first step. Emma Laffon and Michel Soulié donated a stained-glass window for the north chapel: St Michel terrassant le dragon (St Michael slaying the dragon)

Practical info

• Type of monument: Church