Meymac
Meymac is located to the north-east of Tulle, in the Correze department of Limousin.
Set in the quiet countryside of the region, Meymac is a quiet, attractive town and worth exploring when you are in the region (or perhaps as a detour if you on the motorway heading for the Dordogne).
The 11th century Abbey of Saint-André is at the heart of the town, along with some restored buildings that once formed part of the abbey complex, that satnd to either side. It is the openness of the town centre that gives it part of its appeal, It is surrounded by streets lined with houses in the traditional architecture of the region, with solid light-granite walls and steep slate rooves.
There are various architectural highlights to discover as you explore Meymac, including:
- the abbatiale - which has a noteworthy entrance and belltower;
- a half-timbered house on the Rue Saint-Pierre
- the town hall
- the stone-pillared hall, dating from the 15th century
- the church of Saint-Leger
- a 13th century belfry
- a couple of grand houses eg the 'Hotel of the ventadour dukes', the 'Hotel-Dieu' (a 17th century hospital), and the Chateau des Moines Larose
Meymac Museum provides a useful insight into the history of the region, and the way of life for those that have lived here in centuries gone by.
Ignoring for the moment the individual highlights, Meymac creates a very good impression. It is interesting to explore, there are many attractive buildings, and the pleasure of occasionally discovering a fountain or clocktower etc only adds to the enjoyment
Contemporary Art in Meymac
The Abbey of Saint-André in the town centre is now a contemporary art centre (unfortunately I visited the town on a Monday - the day the centre is closed - but it looked that it would be interesting.
The town has clearly given thought to art elsewhere, for example near the car park further down from the old centre there is a raised area with several modern art statues and art works.
Nearby
Be sure to explore the landscapes and countryside around Meymac in the Correze countryside - there are some very good, far-reaching views across the Limousin countryside from the higher points near the town.
One way to do this is to follow one of the marked routes that pass through the surrounding villages and viewpoints including Saint-Angel, Alleyrat, St-Sulpice-les-Bois, Ambrugeat, Davignac and others - ask at the Tourist Office for information about the 'Route des Villages et des Legendes'.
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Tourist Classifications for Meymac
- Listed as "Plus Beaux Detour" town in France (ie recommended stopover place)
- approved Station Verte - resort paying particular attention to its natural environment
Places to visit near Meymac, France
Explore places of interest within about 70 kilometres on a map at places near Meymac.
Some places to visit within 30 km: 
8 km: Saint-Angel (pretty village and priory)
See also Meymac (version Francais)
