Location and Surroundings
The home lies in the township La Garenne in Aubas, 2,5 km from Montignac. The house is private, but there are other homes in the surroundings. It has its own driveway, entrance, veranda and courtyard.
The spacious garden is shared with the Dutch homeowners and is comprised of 5,25 hectares. There is enough space to play badminton, soccer, jeu de boules, volleyball etc. and there's a swing for children.
The house is situated in the Périgord Noir, the most beautiful region of the Dordogne.
Montignac /Lascaux
The area is rich in greenery, forest, rolling hills, rivers, castles, caves and several medieval towns where you can experience the true French ambiance.
The Périgord Noir is also known for French delicacies such as truffles, walnuts, goat cheese, wild boar, duck, foie gras etc. Several local markets offer local products.
Montignac/Lascaux is a beautiful, touristic medieval town on the river La Vèzère, 2,5 km from the holiday home. The town is known worldwide for its prehistoric cave Lascaux.The original cave is on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, but unfortanetely may no longer visited, however in place of the origingal Lascaux IV has been introduced to offer an impression of the interior of the caves.
The prehistoric life is on display at the Parc Le Thot nearby the Château et Jardins del Losse on the route to Les Eyzies.
Montignac is situated on the river La Vèzère and has several waterside restaurants. Small shops, bars, an ice cream parlor and weekly markets (wednesday and Saturday) show off the zest of daily life. You can take a lovely canoe trip on the river and decide for youself how long you would like to cruise. You can arrange with the canoe renter where and when you would like to be picked up and then let the current guide you along. A unique experience.
Sarlat la Canéda
The closest large city is Sarlat. It is a 20 km away from Montignac and reachable via the scenic route D704. Sarlat is named the pearl of the Dordogne and rightly so! It is a facinating city with medieval architecture and a bustling cultural center. A year round market is held on Saturdays featuring fresh local products, quirky trinkets, beautiful jewelry and clothes. In the winter they host a characteristic Christmas market including a skating rink.
Saint Amand de Coly
In Saint Amand de Coly you will find a twice weekly market where you can buy an abundance of fresh local products to completely immerse yourself in the French atmosphere. What you definitely need to experience is a trip to the "marché des producteurs" during the months of July and August. It is an exceptional market where, French, English and Dutch come together to enjoy the delicious regional flavors and wines. You choose your own meal and drink and allow the locals to prepare it for you on a large barbeque . Bon appétit!
In other other surrounding cities and towns you can also encounter a similar type of markets.
Vide-Greniers en Brocantes
France is also famous for its many markets oin addition to the previously mentioned produce market: "marché des producteurs de Pays". They are als known for the Vide-Greniers: the fleemarkets and the Brocantes: the antique and curiosities markets. These markets are regularly held in the many communities of the Dordogne. Enjoy a day wandering about the markets to return home with a special purchase or just to have a peak.
Here you will find an overview of the markets
Perigueux, Bergerac, Brive en Bordeaux
Additionally, you can also visit large cities such as Perigueux, Brive La Gaillarde, Bergerac and Bordeaux with their vibrant commercial centers. They are historical cities where you can wander around, find a terrace and enjoy a bite to eat
It is also worth the effort to pay a visit to the former castle of Josephine Baker, nearby Bergerac and known as the "Château Milandes" with its beautiful gardens.
Overview of Sights:
- Les Jardins du Manoir d'Eyrignac
- Grotte du Grand Roc
- Les Eyzies de Tayac-Sireuil
- Cite Troglodytique de la Roque de St Christophe
- Le Bugue
- Limieul:where the Dordogne and Vézère meet each other
- Saint Léon sur Vèzère
- Saint Amand de Coly
- Château des Milandes
- Tourist information about the Dordogne
- Le Bournat a amusement park from 1900
- Castelnaud
- Castles nearby: Chateau de Losse and Chateau de Sauveboeuf .
Magnificent Nature
The Dordogne is a beautiful place in terms of nature. The many green forests, caves, rivers, hills, fields and altitudes create a surprising, changing landscape. A great place to completely unwind and relax. The Périgord Noir in the Vallée sur Vézère is known for its many faces, beautiful rivers, rolling hills, forest filled territory, touristic places, prehistoric caves and lovely towns, brocantes and markets. The people are very kind and helpfull.
The Dordogne and especially the Périgord have been inhabited by people and animals for centuries. They have left their mark behind in the wonderful painting in the prehistoric caves, charming castles and manors along the meandering La Vézère and La Dordogne rivers and throughout the medieval homes in the towns and cities.
If you are looking for relaxation amongst the beauty of natures, but in the midst of an area offering plentiful touristic attractions, then La Garenne is the place for you!
