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The chapel of Cahuzaguet, located in Saint-Grégoire in the Tarn (Occitanie), is a 13th century historical monument. It is distinguished by its rectangular plan and its cul-de-four apse, characteristic of medieval religious architecture. The entrance, located on the north face, is preceded by a porch, while the western wall supports a massive bell tower pierced with openings in the middle of each side. This bell tower, built into the wall, illustrates a typical architectural design of the time.

Classified as a Historic Monument, the chapel was registered by arrest on 12 October 1972. Today it belongs to the commune of Saint-Grégoire, whose Insee code is 8153. Although its GPS location is approximate (accuracy noted 5/10), its official address is listed as 5223 Cahuzaguet, 81350 Saint-Grégoire. Available sources, such as Monumentum, highlight its heritage importance, but do not specify its current use (visit, rental, or otherwise).

The building reflects the central role of rural chapels in the Middle Ages, often built to serve local communities away from large parish churches. Their sober architecture, like that of Cahuzaguet, met liturgical needs while integrating into the rural landscape. These chapels also served as gathering places for community events, strengthening their anchoring in the daily life of 13th-century Occitan villages.

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