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The Dordogne offers something for everyone:-

  • Rivers and stunning countryside - for the energetic boundless opportunities for walking, horse-riding, cycling, canoeing and fishing or simply relaxing by the pool or on the shores of the many lakes and rivers.

 

  • Fishing Equipment available - day ticket and half day ticket fishing available at several local lakes. These lakes also have supervised swimming from sandy beaches, together with catering and toilet facilities. A day out for the whole family.
  • Beautiful gardens

 

  • 18 hole Golf Course 5 minutes away.

  • Horse riding.

  • Aquapark in Bergerac

  • Hundreds of years of history - Prehistoric Caves, Châteaux, Vineyards, fortified villages.
  • Excellent shopping - Enjoy shopping the local way at one of the many local markets, which are held every day of the week throughout the summer. There are also many night markets which combine shopping and eating. For your day to day requirements there also numerous shopping opportunities in Le Bugue, Vergt, and the regional capital Perigueux. There is also a small shop in the village which is open 7 days a week & sells all the basics including fresh bread, fresh fruit, vegetables and wine and beer. There is also a bar/tabac and a post office.

Perigord Noir is the heart of the Dordogne offering a variety of landscapes, flamboyant chateaux and the centre of prehistoric history. All the main attractions are within easy reach - of which these are just a taster:-

  • Perigueux - in Perigord Blanc, the regional capital has a beautiful old town, roman remains, shopping, daily market and fine dining

  • Sarlat - a beautiful medieval town

  • La Roque - Gageac - considered to be one of the most beautiful villages in France

 

 

 
  • Beynac & Castelnaud Castles - fine examples originally dating back to the 100 years war between France & England

 

  • Les Eyzies - commonly known as the world's prehistoric capital, with numerous painted caves. World Heritage site.
  • Lascaux Caves (near Montignac) - the world famous caves discovered in 1940.
  • Limeuil - confluence of the Dordogne & Vezere rivers, overlooked by a beautiful village. Considered along with La Roque to be one of the most beautiful villages in France. Only 15 minutes from Le Monjat and 15 minutes from La Pissoutie!
  • Le Bugue - aquarium, re-created village, canoeing, caves

These websites may be of interest:

Sites en Périgord - in English - giving details of some of the top tourist attractions

Perigord Decouverte  - in French, but a very good site.

Perigord Purple and beyond - known as the purple region because of the vast number of vineyards.

  • Bergerac vineyards including Pecharmant, Montbazillac.
  • Bastide towns - Lalinde, Monpazier, Eymet. Lalinde offers numerous evening activities during August.

 
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