Culture and History
The Église Saint-Pierre is a former fortified church from the 18th century and preserves a remarkable tabernacle. It dates from the 15th, 17th and 18th centuries, has a flat-ended choir and two Gothic naves. Its vaults are supported by octagonal pillars. The south side dates from the 18th century; the church was restored in 1903. A carved wooden tabernacle from the 17th century was classified in 1973.
The war memorial in Riocaud commemorates nine villagers who died in the First World War.
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Nature and Landscape
Riocaud is part of the Réseau hydrographique du Dropt Natura 2000 site. Riocaud is considered a hilly village that invites visitors to go for walks. According to the traditional dialect name Rio Caou, the place name Riocaud is derived from “Ruisseau chaud”.
Surroundings
In the vicinity of Riocaud, near La Rouquette in Margueron, is the Abri sous roche, a prehistoric limestone shelter measuring 2.4 metres high, 16 metres long and 8 metres deep. In the vicinity of Riocaud, the Moulin du Terrier site offers a viewpoint over the valley.
The historic Gallo-Roman Villa site is located in the wider region surrounding Riocaud. Château de Pressac, a château, is located in the wider region surrounding Riocaud. Château Ferrand, also a château, is located there as well. La Renaudie, a château, is likewise located in the wider region surrounding Riocaud.
La Maison dans les vignes is a year-round gîte in Riocaud with seven bedrooms and a heated private pool.
