Barn

Traditional farm buildings are rather low, covered by a massive slate or stone tiled roof. Walls are generally made of uncut granite or gneiss stones. The only decoration is a lintel engraved with the owner's initials and sometimes as a protective sign. Dwellings and farm buildings could cohabit under the same roof, constituting what was called a "bloc à terre", a "compact house", or be independent. There are two types of barn-stables in this area: the Auvergne and the Limousine.