Cathedral of Saint-Sacerdos at Sarlat

Frequently mentioned in reviews: Top-rated.online cuts through the clutter, highlighting only the reviews that are most helpful, earn the most likes, or come from the most active contributors. A magnificent building which holds the title of co-cathedral of the Diocese of Périgueux and Sarlat. It was listed as a historical monument in 1840. The sanctuary is dedicated to Saint Sacerdos. There are two saints named Sacerdos in France, but the cathedral's patronage refers to Sacerdos of Limoges, whose relics were received by the in the Middle Ages. The relics disappeared during the Wars of Religion. The Diocese of Sarlat was created in 1317, along with several other Catholic dioceses in the Aquitaine region, following the victory of the French royal forces over the Albigensian Cathar armies. Pope John XXII, former Bishop of Cahors, appointed the abbot of the Benedictine Abbey of Saint-Sacerdos as the new bishop of the city. Thus, the former Romanesque abbey church became the of the diocese. Reconstruction began in 1504, and Bishop Armand de Gontaud-Biron entrusted Master Builder Pierre Esclache with the task of building a new cathedral, initially carried out under the orders of Master Mason Blaise Bernard. Work was intermittent due to lack of funds, wars, and epidemics. It was not completed until the 1680s. The vaults were built from 1682 to 1685, under the episcopate of François III de Salignac de la Mothe-Fénelon, Fénelon's uncle and godfather, tutor to the Dauphin, and Archbishop of Cambrai. The diocese was abolished during the Concordat of 1801, and its territory was incorporated into the Diocese of Périgueux. Although reusing certain Romanesque parts of the old abbey church, the general style of the is Gothic of Nordic inspiration (presence of two side aisles). The Romanesque bell tower dates from the 12th and is the oldest part of the building. It succeeded a Carolingian construction and underwent changes: the top floor dates from the 17th and the bulbous belfry from the 18th century. A church in the middle of the town. A bit noisy during Market day. Such a cathedral. It is a fantastic example of a Romanesque 12th Abbey. It has wonderful vaulted ceilings and lovely altarpiece lead light windows. It has a swallows nest organ. Worth a visit. It is truly beyond my comprehension how these cathedrals can get! You actually get a full sensation of medieval ages, and subconsciously diving over 500 years to the past! Make sure to stay longer in the church, and enjoy the organ play! another stunning in a medieval town. Worth seeing Medieval building with high ceiling and stained-glass windows, what’s not to like about it... Such historical town with a nice (was once a cathedral) to boast. Constructions for this place started since the 14th century, however, it was not completed until the 17th century. This town is a must visit. Amazing piece of architecture located in the very center of town. Huge means important and this one is expansive. They play chants so you can heat the impeccable acoustics. Clean as a whistle. Visit Website change monitoring Monitor any webpage for changes – get instant email alerts when prices drop, new jobs are posted, products come back in stock, or competitors update their sites.