Commandry of Cressac

The rectangular stone chapel features thick walls supported by buttresses and contains three rounded windows on the east wall and one on the west.

The Templars established this commandry between 1150 and 1160, which later transferred to the Hospitallers of the Order of Saint John after 1312.

The interior walls display medieval frescoes depicting battle scenes, including the victory of crusaders against the Saracens in 1163, painted with local red clay.

The chapel, now owned by the Protestant Church of Barbezieux, underwent restoration work in 2013 to preserve its historical frescoes and architectural elements.

A stone on the south wall bears a 'penitent's hand' mark where faithful followers would rub while praying during medieval times.

Location: Côteaux du Blanzacais

Address: Le Temple

GPS coordinates: 45.46050,0.01908

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:48