A medieval city, the town of 7 towers stands on a limestone plateau, the causse that bears its name. The18th-century market hall, built on the site of the original town hall where the town's consuls and seneschal used to meet, is remarkable for its heavy chestnut framework on massive pillars and its four grain measures. A traditional market is held here on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. The Tournemire tower was once used as a defense and prison. Strange graffiti can be seen on the walls. The16th-century Maison Grise was once the home of Antoine Judicis, president of the Paris Revolutionary Court, who sent Fouquier-Tinville, known as the archangel of terror, to the scaffold in May 1795. Last but not least, end your visit with a visit to the church of Saint-Maur, to put Martel firmly in your mind! In addition to this exceptional architectural heritage, Martel is also known for its gastronomic treasures: black tubermelanosporum truffles and walnuts. You shouldn't come to Martel without scheduling a ride on the steam train known as the Truffadou. As well as the pleasure of seeing a steam locomotive in action, the trip is also an opportunity to admire the Dordogne valley from a unique vantage point. You'll be taking part in a section of the old railroad line from Bordeaux to Aurillac, built between 1880 and 1884, and put into service in 1889. The line is cut into the Mirandol cliff, overlooking the Dordogne by 80 meters! A real experience!

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