About Curemonte
Curemonte is tucked away in the Corrèze department of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region and proudly holds a spot on the official list of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France (The Most Beautiful Villages of France).
Perched on a ridge between the Sourdoire and Maumont valleys, Curemonte offers sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. Its strategic hilltop location has given it historical significance since at least the 9th century, when it was mentioned in the Cartulaire de l'Abbaye de Beaulieu.
Despite its small size—just over 200 residents as of 2022—Curemonte boasts three castles: Château de Saint-Hilaire, Château de Plas, and Château de la Johannie. These feudal fortresses dominate the skyline and are clustered around the village church. The Château de Saint-Hilaire, dating back to the 14th century, is the oldest, while Château de Plas was added in the 16th century.
The village also features three historic churches, including the Romanesque Church of Saint-Hilaire de la Combe from the 11th century—one of the oldest in the region. Wandering Curemonte’s narrow lanes, you’ll find honey-colored stone houses, turrets, and carved doorways that make it feel like a living museum.
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