Beaulieu-sur-Loire - Saint-Étienne

The name "Beaulieu" derives from the Latin "bellus locus" translating to "beautiful place", but the seasonal floodings of the Loire river often caused severe damage. Beaulieu was a fortified town during the Middle Ages, what is still visible in the centre.

Located right in the middle of the town is Saint Etienne, which was erected within the 11th century. The Romanesque nave has been preserved. The church got altered and modified within the 15th and 16th century.


P.S.
Beaulieu is the home of the "Chavignol", a cylindrical shaped goat milk cheese.