Largentière, medieval streets and mining past

Stroll through the picturesque streets of the ancient medieval city; admire the beautiful houses with sandstones façades, but also the arcades, mullioned windows and charming doors throughout your visit. Immerse yourself in our medieval city and admire our castle which dominates the whole city!

In the 12^th century, the medieval city experienced great economic and cultural development, thanks to the Emperor Conrad, who granted the right to beat the currency. In 1208, Largentière passed from the authority of the count of Toulouse to that of Bishops of Viviers. In 1730, Bishop François Renaud de Villeneuve sold to the Marquis François de Beauvoir du Roure de Brison, the Castle and the Baronnie de Largentière. In 1830, the mills thrived, it was the great silk’s boom. 

Some highlights of your visit: The very well preserved 16th century Recollets gate is a vestige of the ancient ramparts with the bridge giving access to the old town.

Discover also, “La Montée de Mazon”, stone calade built in 1888, with stones from the old ramparts, the 19^th century courthouse and the Renaissance Town Hall.

The church of Notre Dame des Pommiers was completed at the end of the 13^th century and then enlarged until the 19^th century. You will be able to admire the beautiful 14^th century gates, a 15^th century pulpit and a painting of assumption.

Some highlights of your visit: The very well preserved 16th century Recollets gate is a vestige of the ancient ramparts with the bridge giving access to the old town.

Discover also, “La Montée de Mazon”, stone calade built in 1888, with stones from the old ramparts, the 19^th century courthouse and the Renaissance Town Hall.

The church of Notre Dame des Pommiers was completed at the end of the 13^th century and then enlarged until the 19^th century. You will be able to admire the beautiful 14^th century gates, a 15^th century pulpit and a painting of assumption.

Small virtual tour of our village…