Experts' Choice Award Saint-Martial Crypt
What the experts agree on
An accidental archaeological discovery, this underground crypt honors Limousin's patron saint from the legendary 9th-century abbey. Modest remains of a once-grand pilgrimage destination, best appreciated for its historical significance.
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This crypt was discovered in 1956 by chance on a site where a parking lot was planned." Full review
Lonely Planet "All that remains of the once-great pilgrimage point St-Martial abbey, founded in AD 848, is a faint outline on place de la République, and an underground tomb dedicated to the city’s patron saint." Full review
