A cozy weekend in Figeac
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Nestled in the heart of the Lot, Figeac is a town of art and history where each alleyway tells a story of its medieval past. Its exceptional heritage and cultural sites make it an ideal destination for a weekend getaway. Between cozy moments at the hotel and cultural visits, here is the perfect program for two days in Figeac!
For a relaxing stay, drop off your bags at the Hôtel du Pont d’Or***, in the heart of Figeac. You will find all the comfort you need for a weekend of relaxation and well-being:
Jean-François Champollion, the famous decipherer of hieroglyphics, was born in Figeac. His birthplace now houses the Champollion Museum, dedicated to the history of writing.
Behind its façade decorated with 1,000 letters, this fascinating place takes you on a journey through civilizations, from Mexico to China via Egypt.
Just behind the museum, the Place des Écritures reveals an impressive replica of the Rosetta Stone, made of black granite by the American artist Joseph Kosuth.
This monumental work is engraved with the three writing systems that allowed the deciphering of hieroglyphics.
Don't miss the adjacent medieval courtyard and its terraced gardens decorated with Egyptian papyrus.
An emblematic place in Figeac, Place Champollion is lined with magnificent medieval half-timbered houses.
You will discover the Maison du Griffon, dating from the 12th century, recognizable by its medieval shop arcade and its griffin sculpted on a capital.
But also the old hospice from the 14th century, which adds a touch of history to this picturesque square.
Founded in the 9th century, Abbey Saint-Sauveur has survived the centuries. Its unique architecture mixes Romanesque and Gothic styles, offering an impressive spectacle.
Must-sees:
A comfortable stay at the Hôtel du Pont d’Or
For a relaxing stay, drop off your bags at the Hôtel du Pont d’Or***, in the heart of Figeac. You will find all the comfort you need for a weekend of relaxation and well-being:
- Elegant and welcoming rooms with views of the city or the Célé River.
- A wellness area with sauna, ideal for warming up after a day of sightseeing.
- A fitness room for the more athletic.
- A bar and a wine cellar, perfect for enjoying a drink in a cozy atmosphere.
Explore Figeac: between culture and medieval heritage
The Champollion Museum-The Writings of the World
Jean-François Champollion, the famous decipherer of hieroglyphics, was born in Figeac. His birthplace now houses the Champollion Museum, dedicated to the history of writing.
Behind its façade decorated with 1,000 letters, this fascinating place takes you on a journey through civilizations, from Mexico to China via Egypt.
The Place des Écritures
Just behind the museum, the Place des Écritures reveals an impressive replica of the Rosetta Stone, made of black granite by the American artist Joseph Kosuth.
This monumental work is engraved with the three writing systems that allowed the deciphering of hieroglyphics.
Don't miss the adjacent medieval courtyard and its terraced gardens decorated with Egyptian papyrus.
Place Champollion
An emblematic place in Figeac, Place Champollion is lined with magnificent medieval half-timbered houses.
You will discover the Maison du Griffon, dating from the 12th century, recognizable by its medieval shop arcade and its griffin sculpted on a capital.
But also the old hospice from the 14th century, which adds a touch of history to this picturesque square.
Abbey Saint-Sauveur
Founded in the 9th century, Abbey Saint-Sauveur has survived the centuries. Its unique architecture mixes Romanesque and Gothic styles, offering an impressive spectacle.
Must-sees:
- The illuminated nave and its ambulatory flanked by radiating chapels.
- The Chapel of Notre-Dame de Pitié, the last intact medieval vestige, where Louis XI came to pray in 1463.
- The sumptuous walnut sculptures and the magnificently preserved stained glass windows.
