Montfrin

Montfrin is a village of the Gard département, in southern France. Population: 2,972 (Montfrinois).

History

In Roman times, the place was called Mons Ferinus (mountain of the ferocious animals).

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Charles Martel fought a battle there against the Saracens in 736, four years after the Battle of Tours.

Related Topics:
Charles Martel - Saracens - 736 - Battle of Tours

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The village has attracted celebrities during its history (including François I, Richelieu, Molière), and until the French Revolution, due to the presence of a "healing" spring, the spring of Fontcluse. A story says that the virtues of the spring were discovered by Charles Martel, who witnessed the healing of wounded soldiers after the battle.

Related Topics:
François I - Richelieu - Molière - French Revolution

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