A gîte of rustic charm in the Périgord Noir
Copyright (2008) Calmeille/Ulrich
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A land rich in history |
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On the road to the 1,001 castles of the Périgord For those who love nature, Sauveterre la Lémance offers superb forested landscapes of oak, chestnut and pine. It is an ideal place for rest and relaxation. Gourmets are equally at home here, where they can try regional specialities such as confit, foie gras, cèpes, truffles and chestnuts. |
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Nearby: horse-riding, fishing, walks, golf, tennis, canoeing, leisure parks, woodland adventure parks, restaurants, farmers' and gastronomic markets. |
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The region provides a wealth of chateau architecture, from the austerity of the Middle Ages to the classicism of the 18th century via the exuberance of the Renaissance. These castles bring together the beauty of carved stone with the natural harmony of the setting. |
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The famous Bonaguil Castle, Sarlat and its old quarter, the circuit of bastide villages, the Cahors wine region, Biron and its magnificent Renaissance castle, Domme and its breath-taking view over the Dordogne Vally, the centre of prehistory at Les Eyzies, the fortified Valentré Bridge and the cathedral at Cahors, the pilgrim city of Rocamadour, the castles of Beynac and Castelnau, La roque Gageac pressed up against the cliffs, Lascaux, troglodytic sites, museums, medieval villages ... ... all these treasures, and more, await you in the surrounding forested countryside to ensure that your stay is truly a memorable one. |
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