Arlempdes

Arlempdes is a commune with 131 inhabitants (as of January 1, 2011 ) in the Haute- Loire in the Auvergne region. It is classified as one of the plus beaux villages de France ( most beautiful villages in France ).

Geography

The village Arlempdes is just thirty kilometers from its source in the Loire Valley. On a rock of volcanic origin are the ruins of the castle, of which one has a wide view of the river.

The landscape is dominated by basalt columns.

Arlempdes is a municipality with 1,300 hectares spread over a dozen villages and hamlets. In the village itself there are few people. It is a small village with old houses.

Arlempdes is situated seven kilometers away from the National Road 88.

Culture and sights

• Medieval castle ruins, 12th to 14th century
• Romanesque Church of St- Pierre, 12-13. Century ( Monument historique )
• Saint-Jacques chapel, 12th century ( Monument historique )

Romanesque Church of St- Pierre

The Loire at Arlempdes