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The Romanesque Abbey of Saint-Pierre-Ès-Liens de Tourtoirac is one of the oldest in the department and was one of the largest monastic establishments in Périgord. The beginning of construction dates back to the 11th century. At the end of the 13th century, a Benedictine community of 34 monks lived in the monastery. Today there is a Friends of the Abbey group of 130 who are trying to complete the renovation of the site. The village of Tourtoirac is known for the abbey and also for the Grottes de Tourtoirac, nearby caves you can visit. The caves are accessed by a lift (elevator) that descends 25 meters and then there is a flat walkway around the cave system that is suitable both for wheelchairs and strollers. Visits last about one hour. You may want a jacket since it is quite chilly in the caves.

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