Martin M. Miles' photos with the keyword: Croisade des albigeois

Puycelsi, one of "Les Plus Beaux Villages de France" ("the most beautiful villages of France"), towers on a steep hill over the valley. Founded by Benedictine monks in the 10th century, the fortified village was besieged during the Albigensian Crusade by troops led by Simon IV de Montfort. Puycelsi was again attacked in 1230 by the disorientated youth of the first Shepherds Crusade. Today Puycelsi attracts many tourists. The "Puycelsi Roc Café" is one of three nice restaurants. We had a long evening there.

Puycelsi, one of "Les Plus Beaux Villages de France" ("the most beautiful villages of France"), towers on a steep hill over the valley. Founded by Benedictine monks in the 10th century, the fortified village was besieged during the Albigensian Crusade by troops led by Simon IV de Montfort. Puycelsi was again attacked in 1230 by the disorientated youth of the first Shepherds Crusade.