Cogolin
Cogolin is tucked away at the edge of the massif des Maures. The name Cogolin comes from the Latin word « cugulinus », meaning little hill. The legend speaks of a rooster and a dog that escorted the remains of Saint Tropez in a boat left to the mercy of the waters. This cock would have flown away to take refuge in a linen field, therefore the expression "coq au lin".
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A tower and the ruins of a mill surmount Cogolin. Its fortified castle did not survive the religious wars. Nevertheless, the architecture of its houses remains strongly influenced by this medieval period. The portals of certain houses dating back to the 12th century bears witness to this era. Two religious edifices deserve to be visited. The chapel of Saint Roch and the Roman church of Saint Sauveur dates back to the 11th century. This church was partly reworked into Gothic style during the 16th century. A beautiful 16th century triptych and some beautiful statues can also be viewed.
Cogolin is renowned for its arts and crafts. Its tapestries that were launched in 1924 by Jean Lauer are very sought after, but the town is especially known for its pipes. It is the excellent quality of wood that has allowed such an activity to flourish and that since the 19th century. Two factories can be visited.
Another figure, that of Raimu, the unforgettable César in Pagnol's trilogy : « Marius », « Fanny », « César » and main actor in the film, « The bakers wife ». Jules Auguste César Muraire native of Cogolin has been paid tribute to by his wife and daughter who animates the Espace Raimu, which is both a cinema and museum. No other actor, not even Alain Delon, has had the honour of a museum of this kind in France. |
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