Medieval Origins (12th Century)

Feudal Stronghold:

The village emerged as a 12th-century fortified fiefdom, with a castle and defensive walls protecting its strategic position between Cessenon-sur-Orb and Cabrerolles. Roman coins found on nearby trails suggest earlier activity, though no direct settlement evidence remains .

Religious Significance:

The Chapel of St. Etienne Hermitage, perched atop a mountain, dates to at least the 17th century (with repairs noted in 1700). Local lore claims the site may have Roman origins due to tiles found nearby, and it served as a refuge for a wandering hermit who traded prayers for food.

The Wine-Thieving Saint: The chapel of St. Etienne Hermitage (perched on a nearby hill) supposedly houses a statue of St. Etienne that "drinks" offerings of local wine left by pilgrims. The caretaker swears the liquid level drops overnight—though skeptics blame porous stone and evaporation [anecdotal].

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