Guidebook for Domme VIllas
Dordogne River Parks & Nature
Rent a canoe and paddle downstream along the Dordogne River National Park. Appreciate the scenery, the chateaux and castles. Enjoy the outdoors, the water and the wildlife with Kytes overhead and Kingfishers hunting prey.
Marqueyssac garðar
Magnificent ancient topiary gardens
Cenac is situated on the banks of the Dordogne River. This is where you can rent canoes and paddle down the river (a designated National Park) watch wildlife like Eagles and kingfishers, see grand castles in high positions above the river, go under ancient bridges, pass Chateaux, see some of the most beautiful villages in France like La Roque Gageac, soak up the sun and enjoy the environment. Stop for lunch at a riverside cafe or restaurant. This day out is a must do and does not require any level of fitness. My 80 year old mother thoroughly enjoyed it. Once you reach a destination point, drifting with the current down the river, the canoe renters will bring you and the canoe back to where you started.
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Cénac-et-Saint-Julien
Cenac is situated on the banks of the Dordogne River. This is where you can rent canoes and paddle down the river (a designated National Park) watch wildlife like Eagles and kingfishers, see grand castles in high positions above the river, go under ancient bridges, pass Chateaux, see some of the most beautiful villages in France like La Roque Gageac, soak up the sun and enjoy the environment. Stop for lunch at a riverside cafe or restaurant. This day out is a must do and does not require any level of fitness. My 80 year old mother thoroughly enjoyed it. Once you reach a destination point, drifting with the current down the river, the canoe renters will bring you and the canoe back to where you started.
On the banks of the Dordogne River with beautiful Parklike Grounds is the chateau once owned by the Paris socialite and stage performer Josephine Baker. Her story is interesting and compelling and the chateau is presented as a museum to her memory. There is a bird of prey show which is a must do and takes place in the grounds. There is a nice cafe/restaurant onsite.
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Milandes kastalið
On the banks of the Dordogne River with beautiful Parklike Grounds is the chateau once owned by the Paris socialite and stage performer Josephine Baker. Her story is interesting and compelling and the chateau is presented as a museum to her memory. There is a bird of prey show which is a must do and takes place in the grounds. There is a nice cafe/restaurant onsite.
Sightseeing
Most beautiful village in France of incredible significance to pilgrims, built into sheer cliff face
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Rocamadour
Most beautiful village in France of incredible significance to pilgrims, built into sheer cliff face
A bastide village dating back some 500 years allows you to appreciate how people lived in fortified towns and villages in the past. The village is full of character and history, with excellent alfresco dining options, great views from the lookout and an interesting cave system to explore
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Domme
A bastide village dating back some 500 years allows you to appreciate how people lived in fortified towns and villages in the past. The village is full of character and history, with excellent alfresco dining options, great views from the lookout and an interesting cave system to explore
The pedestrian centre of Sarlat is a unique medieval town centre with 4-5 story buildings traditional heavy limestone slab roofing, squares and alleyways. Lots of great bars and restaurants. Don't forget to go to the French Market on Saturday morning where you will find lots of interesting products for sale for very reasonable prices.
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Sarlat-la-Canéda
The pedestrian centre of Sarlat is a unique medieval town centre with 4-5 story buildings traditional heavy limestone slab roofing, squares and alleyways. Lots of great bars and restaurants. Don't forget to go to the French Market on Saturday morning where you will find lots of interesting products for sale for very reasonable prices.
This is one of the most beautiful villages in France. It sits of the banks of the Dordogne river in a gorge setting. The village is built into the cliffs and dates back 500 years. You can enjoy the beautiful character of the village, climb up to the troglodyte caves, take a river boat cruise, have a drink or meal at a cafe or restaurant al fresco next to and overlooking the river and take photos of this wonderful village.
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La Roque-Gageac
This is one of the most beautiful villages in France. It sits of the banks of the Dordogne river in a gorge setting. The village is built into the cliffs and dates back 500 years. You can enjoy the beautiful character of the village, climb up to the troglodyte caves, take a river boat cruise, have a drink or meal at a cafe or restaurant al fresco next to and overlooking the river and take photos of this wonderful village.
This is an ancient castle on a promontory overlooking the village and the River Dordogne. There are fantastic views from the castle which is also a museum housing many medieval artifacts. A tour of the restored castle is a must do. The town also offers beautiful outdoor cafes and restaurants, quaint ancient streets and houses and oozes character.
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Castelnaud-la-Chapelle
This is an ancient castle on a promontory overlooking the village and the River Dordogne. There are fantastic views from the castle which is also a museum housing many medieval artifacts. A tour of the restored castle is a must do. The town also offers beautiful outdoor cafes and restaurants, quaint ancient streets and houses and oozes character.
This comprises 2 cave systems. It is near the property (about 15km away) and not far from Goudon. You can see one of the earliest examples of cave paintings in the world along with grand chambers, stalactites and stalagmites and other interesting cave features. This is a must do to see the pictures your ancestors drew.
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Fornleifarhellar Cougnac
Grottes de CougnacThis comprises 2 cave systems. It is near the property (about 15km away) and not far from Goudon. You can see one of the earliest examples of cave paintings in the world along with grand chambers, stalactites and stalagmites and other interesting cave features. This is a must do to see the pictures your ancestors drew.
The castle where Richard the Lionheart lived in the 1290's has been lovingly restored and dominates the region from its high altitude. It is on the Northern bank of the Dordogne River and was part of the 100 years war between Britain and France. The village of Beynac is an ancient wonder with winding alleyways, cobbled streets and curiosity shops. There are plenty of cafes, bars and restaurants for you to enjoy the local cuisine.
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Beynac
The castle where Richard the Lionheart lived in the 1290's has been lovingly restored and dominates the region from its high altitude. It is on the Northern bank of the Dordogne River and was part of the 100 years war between Britain and France. The village of Beynac is an ancient wonder with winding alleyways, cobbled streets and curiosity shops. There are plenty of cafes, bars and restaurants for you to enjoy the local cuisine.
Take a trip underground and back in time. See what your ancestors did 35,000 years ago
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Fornleifarhellar Cougnac
Grottes de CougnacTake a trip underground and back in time. See what your ancestors did 35,000 years ago
Wine
The vineyard producing Vin de Domme wine is situated close to the villa, and offers quality wines at affordable prices. This is your opportunity to experience the taste of the local area. Book a vineyard tour and wine tasting experience and collect some souvenirs to take home with you.
Vin de Domme (Société Coopérative Agricole Vignerons Côteaux du Céou)
The vineyard producing Vin de Domme wine is situated close to the villa, and offers quality wines at affordable prices. This is your opportunity to experience the taste of the local area. Book a vineyard tour and wine tasting experience and collect some souvenirs to take home with you.
Food scene
Sarlat Market is the ideal place to buy local produce. Look for fromagerie, Pate de Fois Gras, charcouterie, patisserie and boulangerie vendors for a gastronomic feast.
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Sarlat-la-Canéda
Sarlat Market is the ideal place to buy local produce. Look for fromagerie, Pate de Fois Gras, charcouterie, patisserie and boulangerie vendors for a gastronomic feast.
Borgartillaga
Samgöngur
You will need a car. There is no public transport.
There is a nice walk from the Villa. Turn left out of the entrance and follow the track down the hill. Pass through the ancient stone village. At the bottom of the hill you needd to turn left but first you can visit the river before proceeding towards Gaumier, turning left again at the Gaumier to Florimont Road which will take you back to the villa. Look and listen for woodpeckers. Look for Hoopoe Birds. Enjoy the isolation and the countryside.