Religious buildings

Passionate about history and sacred art? Let yourself be surprised by the hidden treasures of the Livradois-Forez region.
Imagine pushing open the heavy wooden door of the thousand-year-old Romanesque church of Saint Symphorien du Moûtier. Once part of the Cluny order, it has been restored and lit up at night.

Marvel at the dancing light filtering through the stained glass windows of thechurchof Saint-Jean, in Ambert, the only Southern Gothic church in the Livradois-Forez region. The magnificent stained glass windows of thechurchof Saint-Genès, in Thiers, illuminate the space with vibrant colours, creating a unique spiritual atmosphere. Discover the exceptional acoustics ofLaChaise-Dieu Abbey, where Gregorian chants still resonate within the centuries-old walls. Let yourself be transported by the magic of this place, the cradle of an age-old musical tradition. The Livradois-Forez region offers a rich and varied architectural panorama, testimony to its thousand-year-old history. There are Romanesque churches, characterised by their thick walls, semi-circular arches and symbolic sculptures, and a Gothic church, soaring skywards with its ribbed vaults and large skylights. There are also 10 Casadean sites, a legacy of the influence of the abbey of La Chaise-Dieu, and two Cluniac sites, a reminder of the importance of the Order of Cluny.

This architectural diversity, from Romanesque to Gothic and monastic influences, offers visitors a real journey through the centuries.