© Hotel de France et de Russie, Thiviers
Former 18th Century post-house in central Thiviers
With exposed wooden beams, original stone walls, antique furniture and tastefully decorated throughout, you are bound to feel at home in this fantastic 18th Century conversion in the heart of the medieval market town of Thiviers.
There are a selection of eleven rooms to choose from throughout the property, each of which is equipped with a hairdryer, telephone, flat screen TV and free Wifi. Two of the downstairs rooms can also facilitate those with a disability.
A daily continental breakfast is on offer for a small charge and an evening meal can be enjoyed in the authentic dining room, but be sure to reserve in advance (only open to hotel guests).
All children are welcome and those under the age of two can stay completely free when using an existing bed or cot.
After discovering the city of Saint Emilion this train tour takes you out into the countryside and surrounding vineyards to discover more about the history and culture of wine in this region.
This park recreates life in prehistoric times.
Travel along the valley of the five chateaux on traditional barges and discover some of the most beautiful sites.
This wildlife park is dedicated to the Barbary Macaque monkey who roams free in the 20 hectares of woodland.
Nestled in the heart of the Quercy region at the very top of the town of Rocamadour this park allows you the chance to meet some wonderful birds.
With a fleet of five hot air balloons this company can take groups of 2 or 3 passengers up into the air above La Roque Gageac and the Dordogne river to enjoy a birds-eye view of this beautiful area.
This elegant and sophisticated two Michelin star restaurant offers creative dishes designed by chef Cédric Béchade, who plays with colours and textures in his cuisine.
The dining rooms allow for views of the surrounding vineyards and rolling hills. Drinks can also be enjoyed in the small library or among the chestnut trees.
Offering a generous choice of traditional French dishes and a large wine selection, this restaurant is located in the heart of the picturesque town of Saint-Émilion. Diners can be accommodated in its intimate dining room, its small terrace, or a special table in its wine cellar carved out of the rock.
The young chef at this restaurant, David Beyney, produces creative French cuisine using local products. It is a real gem of a restaurant, located high in the Périgord village of Audrix. There is also a small attractive hotel attached.
This restaurant offers various possibilities for dining in the same place: a fine restaurant serving modern French cuisine, a bistro with local and seasonal dishes, and a tea room. There is also a beautiful sunny garden overlooking the vineyards.
In the charming little village of Saint Andre de Najac, this charming hotel-restaurant offers fine dining, relaxation and nature.
Learn about the famous "Truffles of Périgord" at this living museum which describes the process of truffle cultivation in an old farmhouse in the truffle-growing village of Sorges. As well as the museum, there is a tour taking you along a three kilometre trail, over the limestone plateaux which is responsible for the excellent truffles of the region.
The Château Jumilhac appears high and impressive as you approach. Its dark imposing asymmetric roof of cones and pyramids are in Renaissance style. It combines features from the 12th through to the 19th century. Inside it is decorated with Louis 13th furniture and fireplaces which are reached through its grand staircase. At night it is lit with torches and candles, creating the atmosphere of yesteryear. Its gardens have been beautifully restored using Renaissance concepts around a central basin. In summer it hosts classical concerts.
Only discovered in 1995, by the caver Jean-Luc Sirieix, these caves have some impressive stalactites and stalagmites along its tunnels over 20 metres below the surface.
With one of the oldest bell towers in France this abbey is set into the cliff face and overlooks the Dronne river, a beautiful centre piece to this delightful town.
The first owner of this estate was Guy de Lastours around the year 1000. The medieval fortress, which is only known about through writings, then consisted of a keep and several towers linked by battlements.
This château is the combination of two castles, a medieval one dating to the 13th century and a Renaissance palace dating to the 16th century.
Located on an ancient Roman road, the town of Brantôme on the Dronne river is centred around its 8th century Benedictine abbey.
The pretty old town of Montignac serves as a good base for visiting the nearby prehistoric caves.
The town and the surrounding prehistoric sites have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Nearly 150 sites have already been discovered and contain significant finds dating back as far as the Middle Stone Age - about 300,000 to 40,000 years ago.
The relaxed town of Le Bugue sits on the river Vézère where it's joined by the Doux. A more tranquil base for exploring the region, it has some pretty, narrow streets and a bustling market twice a week.
Limeuil is a picturesque old village which features on the list of 'Les Plus Beaux Villages de France'. It has a pretty park on the top of the hill and some ruins from its medieval past.
Trémolat was originally home to a 6th century hermit, Saint-Cybard, before monks built their monastery here in the 9th century.
