Saint-Sornin-Lavolps: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes
Accommodation in Saint-Sornin-Lavolps
Saint-Sornin-Lavolps draws attention with the Église Saint-Saturnin, a church that probably dates from the 14th or 15th century. When planning a trip, you may wish to rent a holiday apartment in Saint-Sornin-Lavolps.
Culture
The Église Saint-Saturnin houses a gilded and painted 18th-century statue of the Madonna and Child, which was protected as a historic monument in 1923, as well as a 15th-century limestone statue of Saint Radegund, which was protected as a historic monument in 1991. Its floor plan is in the shape of a Latin cross; it also features a single-nave nave, two side chapels with barrel vaults, and a choir with a flat-ended apse.
The Chapelle Saint-Roch is a former oratory that was incorporated into the Priory of Tulle in 1318. Around 1820, it was moved from the village of Boissiaux to its present location.
Châtaigne et vous – SCEA Le Rouveix Nature, as a member of the “Bienvenue à la ferme” network, opens its farm to visitors and offers an immersive experience centred on nature and local know-how. The farm also manages a 13-hectare organic chestnut grove.
Nature
Camellias, numerous grasses, roses and mints grow in the Jardin du Puy du Lys. There are also perennial plantings, a Japanese-style pond and a collection of maple trees.
The “Forêt Domaniale – Saint-Sornin-Lavolps” hiking trail begins at the church in Saint-Sornin-Lavolps.
Surrounding Area
The Abbaye de Dalon is a historic site in the wider regional area surrounding Saint-Sornin-Lavolps. The Abbaye Notre-Dame de Dalon is also a historic site there.
The Château de Hautefort is a castle in the wider regional area surrounding Saint-Sornin-Lavolps. The Prieuré de Saint-Jean de Derses is a historic site in this wider regional area. The Puy d'Yssandon is classified there as a hill.
Traditions and Events
In Saint-Sornin-Lavolps, Saint Roch is celebrated every year on 16 August with a blessing of the herds. The Hippodrome de Pompadour hosts flat and steeplechase races.
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