Villas & Holiday Homes in Dordogne for 19/02/2012 - 26/02/2012
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LE DOMAINE DES NOUAILLES
Self Catering Nontron
Situated a few kilometres from Nontron, Le Domaine de Nouailles is on the shores of a lovely lake
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Dordogne
The Dordogne is one of the most unspoilt and beautiful country areas of France, making it a popular choice for many tourists to visit each year. Made famous for its prehistoric caves, medieval villages, lakes, rivers and stunning countryside, you will quickly feel the peace and tranquillity around you. Local attractions include the caves of Lascaux & The Vezere Valley, the Marqueyssac gardens, Chateau Castelnaud and the medieval town of Sarlat.
Dordogne Travel Highlights
Canoe down the Dordogne River
One of the most relaxing trips you will take is to rent a canoe and meander your way down the Dordogne River. Enjoy some breathtaking views along the way and pull in on the riverbank to one of the many picnic & sunbathing areas en-route. This is the best way to experience the Dordogne area as many of the stunning views along the river are not seen from the road. You can also stop off at some of the towns and quaint villages you will pass offering wonderful local cuisine.
Chateau Castelnaud
One of the most relaxing trips you will take is to rent a canoe and meander your way down the Dordogne River. Enjoy some breathtaking views along the way and pull in on the riverbank to one of the many picnic & sunbathing areas en-route. This is the best way to experience the Dordogne area as many of the stunning views along the river are not seen from the road. You can also stop off at some of the towns and quaint villages you will pass offering wonderful local cuisine.
Lascaux II Caves at Montignac
Located 30km from Sarlat, the caves of Lascaux are renowned world wide for their prehistoric carvings. This Paleolithic sanctuary dates back to 15000 BC. The original cave was found by some teenagers searching for their dog in 1940. Following a massive interest in the cave, it was closed in 1963 as it is said that the drawings were being affected by the breath of the thousands of visitors passing through each year. A second cave was opened just 200m away in 1978 and is an exact replica of the original cave.
Marqueyssac Gardens
Located in the centre of the Dordogne area, the Marqueyssac Gardens are a spectacular sight to behold and the most popular gardens in the region. Also called the Overhanging Gardens of Marqueyssac, the garden covers 6km of hand carved boxwoods in some amazing shapes and sizes. The paths are laid out in 3 different routes falling down to the Belvedere, a balcony with stunning views over the Dordogne valley. Included in the gardens you will find a fabulous chateau with an extensive children’s playground and picnic area. Every Thursday evening during the summer, visitors can enjoy the gardens as they light up by candlelight with musicians playing on the lawns. This is truly a wonderful experience.
Highlights
Nearest Airport
- Bordeaux
- Toulouse
