Collonges la Rouge
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History of Collonges la Rouge
The monks of Charroux Abbey founded a priory (later named Collonges la Rouge) in the 8th century which attracted a population of peasants, craftsmen and tradesmen who lived and prospered around its fortified walls. The welcoming of pilgrims for Compostelle through Rocamadour was a lasting source of profit. Following the French wars of religion, the reconstruction of the nobility’s fortune coincided with the viscount’s rise in power.
The viscounty was integrated to the French Kingdom, and the châtellenie of Collonges-la-Rouge lost all privileges and influence. The priory’s outbuildings were then pulled down during the French Revolution.
Collonges is a perfect place to spend the day being a proper ‘tourist’ exploring the various shops and restaurants. You can also find a million places to sit, paint or take photos. Our favourite thing is to enjoy a tasty picnic with a glass of wine in one hand and a paint brush in the other hand.