Saint-Jean-de-Cuculles is a picturesque medieval village. With its steep streets, its fortified Romanesque church, and its panoramas over the surrounding hills, it offers an immersion in the history and natural beauty of the region.
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The village tells its story…
Founded in the 10th century, the village developed around a priory established by monks from the abbey of Aniane.
The Church of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist, built in the 12th century, bears witness to this era. Fortified in the 14th century during the Hundred Years' War, it served as a refuge for the local population. The village was surrounded by ramparts, with three main gates, one of which was located to the east.
Today, remnants of these fortifications remain, offering a glimpse into the village's defensive past.
Not to be missed!
The Church of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist: Romanesque building from the 12th century, fortified in the 14th century, with an imposing choir and a bell tower-dungeon serving as refuge.
The village's alleys: Stroll through the narrow cobbled lanes, discover the stone houses and shaded squares, witnesses of the village's medieval past.
The remains of the ramparts: Explore the remnants of the medieval fortifications, including portions of walls and ancient gates.
A vibrant terroir
Saint-Jean-de-Cuculles is located in the heart of the AOP Pic Saint-Loup vineyard.
The village is surrounded by garrigues, vines, and forests, offering a natural setting conducive to hiking, discovering local wildlife and flora, as well as tasting wines produced in the area.
Did you know?
The old priory of Saint-Jean-de-Cuculles served as a filming location for the movie La Belle Noiseuse directed by Jacques Rivette in 1990. The picturesque alleys of the village have also been used as backdrops for other films, such as Maurin des Maures and Les Cinq Compagnons and the Clandestine Plane.
The people here
The residents of the municipality of Saint-Jean-de-Cuculles are called the Saint-Jeannais and Saint-Jeannaises.
