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Village guide · Lot, Occitanie · 4 places to discover

Nicknamed the \"town of seven towers\", Martel was the capital of the powerful viscounty of Turenne, preserving a rich medieval heritage around its 18th-century covered market.

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The 4 must-see places in Martel

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Medieval Towers of Martel Must-see

Seven emblematic towers punctuating the urban landscape, giving the town its nickname.

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Covered Market of Martel Must-see

An 18th-century hall on the central square, still brought to life by a traditional market.

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Saint-Maur Church of Martel

A fortified Gothic church, one of the main religious monuments of the former viscountal capital.

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Haut Quercy Tourist Train

A former steam train linking Martel to Saint-Denis-lès-Martel, running along the Dordogne cliffs.

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