The Church of Saint-Grégoire in Tesson is a 12th-century building and illustrates the transition from Romanesque to Gothic architecture in the Saintonge. It was listed as a historic monument in 1910; the bell tower was excluded from this listing.
Those who choose Tesson as a holiday destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Culture and History
The Domaine de Château Guynot is the former residence of the Marquis de Monconseil. There, visitors could gain insights into the secrets of distillation and ageing; the estate was open year-round.
Tesson has three former mills that bear witness to the municipality’s rural past. Former covered market halls also serve as pedestrian connections.
Landscape and Trails
The landscape of Tesson comprises vineyards, agricultural land and forests. About 3.3 kilometres of the GR 360 run along Tesson’s southern municipal boundary. Several local hiking trails have been mapped using Tesson’s municipal roads and rural paths.
The Souci de Chadennes is a karst sinkhole and a remarkable speleological site in Tesson. It is currently privately owned.
Historical Traces
The former quarries of Tesson were very active from the 18th century until the first half of the 20th century.
Other Places
Saint-Sulpice-De-Royan, Mortagne-sur-Gironde, Saint-Martin-De-La-Coudre, Pouillac, Saint-Vivien, Saint-Porchaire, Charron, Soulignonne
