Tapestries restored at Montpezat

The newly refurbished choir at the Collegiale St Martin

Five magnificent 16th century Flemish tapestries adorn the Collegiale church of St Martin in Montpezat de Quercy. Depicting the life of St Martin they were a gift from Jean des Pres, sometime Bishop of Montauban.
The church itself is a fine 14th century example of southern gothic architecture, but the jewel in the church's crown is the 23 metre tapestry. In need of restoration the works were sent to the Belgian royal tapestry makers De Wit and as part of a larger restoration of the choir of the church have now been re-installed. Said to be a unique art work they can now be admired by all. The church is open every day and guided visits are available. Information from the Office de Tourisme 0563 020555.