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Castles in the air !!!
Did you know that there are thousands of Chateaux in the Dordogne – literally Castles in the Air!! For those who have never visited the Dordogne then read on and learn about this fantastic region which is visited by thousands every year and you can see why. This region is known as the Perigord and made up of 4 different Perigord covering the north, south, east and west and all offering history, gastronomic delights, chateaux, manoirs, caves and the fabulous Dordogne River. The first place I visited as Regional Manager of this area was Rocamadour, France’s second most visited tourist attraction after Le Mont St-Michel. This magical town with golden houses clinging to the side of a cliff over the Alzou canyon is reached by a lift which takes you to the top of the town. From there you pass shops and restaurants until you reach the little church at the top. Not far from Rocamadour is the Gouffres du Padirac which is the most famous caves whereby you travel through on a boat – great for adults but even better for children looking at the stalagmites and stalactites.
Most tourists visit Sarlat, the medieval town of the Dordogne with its famous Saturday market and a favourite of mine!! In the evening the town has a romantic feel about it with the portrait artists outside the Cathedral St Sacerodos and the numerous restaurants offering the regions famous cuisine – duck!! Without a doubt the Perigord are superb at their duck, from confit du canard to magret (duck breast) to smoked duck salad with local grown walnuts.
Visitors to this region should not think that the Dordogne is mainly for sightseeing and adults but a fab place for children and teenagers. Kayaking on the Dordogne River or cycling on one of the many routes that snake along the river, the list is endless.
I love this region as it is so diverse and whereas it’s busy in the summer months spring and autumn are delightful. When thinking of booking your French holiday villa then think of what the Dordogne and all it has to offer – you will not be disappointed!!
We have some fantastic properties, still with good availabilities for Dordogne villas so call us now to discuss your requirements.
Gill Woolsgrove
Regional Manager
Did you know that there are thousands of Chateaux in the Dordogne – literally Castles in the Air!! For those who have never visited the Dordogne then read on and learn about this fantastic region which is visited by thousands every year and you can see why. This region is known as the Perigord and made up of 4 different Perigord covering the north, south, east and west and all offering history, gastronomic delights, chateaux, manoirs, caves and the fabulous Dordogne River. The first place I visited as Regional Manager of this area was Rocamadour, France’s second most visited tourist attraction after Le Mont St-Michel. This magical town with golden houses clinging to the side of a cliff over the Alzou canyon is reached by a lift which takes you to the top of the town. From there you pass shops and restaurants until you reach the little church at the top. Not far from Rocamadour is the Gouffres du Padirac which is the most famous caves whereby you travel through on a boat – great for adults but even better for children looking at the stalagmites and stalactites.
Most tourists visit Sarlat, the medieval town of the Dordogne with its famous Saturday market and a favourite of mine!! In the evening the town has a romantic feel about it with the portrait artists outside the Cathedral St Sacerodos and the numerous restaurants offering the regions famous cuisine – duck!! Without a doubt the Perigord are superb at their duck, from confit du canard to magret (duck breast) to smoked duck salad with local grown walnuts.
Visitors to this region should not think that the Dordogne is mainly for sightseeing and adults but a fab place for children and teenagers. Kayaking on the Dordogne River or cycling on one of the many routes that snake along the river, the list is endless.
I love this region as it is so diverse and whereas it’s busy in the summer months spring and autumn are delightful. When thinking of booking your French holiday villa then think of what the Dordogne and all it has to offer – you will not be disappointed!!
We have some fantastic properties, still with good availabilities for Dordogne villas so call us now to discuss your requirements.
Gill Woolsgrove
Regional Manager
France & Morocco
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If you would like to speak to a specialist on a French villa holiday or where best to visit, do visit this site on line : http://www.qualityvillas.com/ and contact our office or email us.
Rocamadour is an amazing place. How do the castles get up in the air then?
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