Because the local limestone (Fr. tuffeau) is so soft it is ripe for graffiti of all sorts. One of the most striking we've seen recently is a long and anguished inscription on a stone in a rural wall. It refers to a flood in the mid-19th century as a scourge sent by God and hopes that in the future people living along the river do not have to witness the 'precious treasure' of their river valley disappear under water. Sadly that 19th century wish has not come true and there have been several major floods in the 21st century. What an astonishing piece of personal and intimate history that inscription is though?! If you would like to include some historic graffiti in your tour just let us know. We are always delighted to share our local knowledge of historical records that tend to go unnoticed.
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