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.
Les-Eyzies-de-Tayac, Perigord Noir
In Vézère valley, this is the centre of the region's prehistoric sites
Situated within the dramatic Vézère valley, Les Eyzies has a very good National Museum of Prehistory where you can find a guide to the area's caves and their paintings. With a tourist industry that emerged in 1860's with the first prehistoric discoveries, you can travel back in time through around 450,000 years of human existence.
The town itself is situated in an exceptionally beautiful natural environment, where the cliff faces reveal traces of troglodyte settlements and the old town offers a pretty setting to sit and enjoy a coffee in between those visits to historical sites.
There are numerous caves, other archaeological and prehistoric sites in the area, numbering nearly one hundred, including fifteen classified by Unesco. However, not all are open to visitors.
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Beaujolais Nouveau 
Beaujolais Nouveau
The new Beaujolais has arrived!
The third Thursday in November is when this year's Beaujolais hits the shelves and is cause for celebration across France.
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Fête de la Musique
Music festival celebrated across France on the summer solstice
The Fête de la Musique is a celebration that takes place every summer solstice on 21 June in cities, towns and villages across France.
History & Culture in Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil
An area that has been inhabited since the Paleolithic and Neolithic times, it comes as no surprise that there are a wealth of prehistoric remains in and around the town.
In March 1868, the geologist Louis Lartet, discovered the first five skeletons of Cro-Magnons, the earliest known examples of Homo sapiens, in the Cro-Magnon rock shelter at Les Eyzies-de-Tayac. These skeletons included a foetus, and the skulls found were remarkably modern-looking and much rounder than the earlier Neanderthal.
The village has been registered as the 'Capital of the Prehistoric Times' and has developed as a tourist destination since the time of the first archaeological discoveries.
Sights & Attractions in Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil
The main reason to come to this pretty little town is to discover the wonders of the archaeological sights. There are numerous caves, shelters and museums to explore, as well as the very special Musée National de la Préhistoire. This town is known as the capital of prehistory, and it's for good reason.
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Grotte du Grand Roc, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
A prehistoric shelter that was inhabited around 15,000 years ago
The Grand Roc cave, registered with UNESCO as a World Heritage site, is a true mineral forest, including crystallizations, calcite flows, stalactites, stalagmites, pillars, eccentric stalactites, draperies, and more.
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Grotte des Combarelles, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
An important selection of Magdalenian cave engravings
This cave houses an impressive collection of prehistoric paintings and engravings dating from the Magdalenian period. Through its winding passageways, there are over 600 engravings of animals and stylised humans.
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L'Abri Cro-Magnon, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
The Museum of CRO-Magnon Shelter situated on a burial site
Built on the location where the first burial site was discovered by modern man in 1868, the Museum of CRO-Magnon Shelter offers the public the chance to interact with our ancestors and to (re) discover our history.
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Grottes du Roc de Cazelle, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
A prehistoric park that gives an insight into how our ancestors lived
The walk through this park will take you past rock shelters, caves and dwellings where a great number of tools and weapons, dating back over 12,000, have been discovered.
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Abri Pataud, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
The site includes human remains, stone tools, & early cultural artifacts
The Pataud Shelter (or Arbi Aptaud) is one of the few prehistoric sites in the area which also shows how it has been dug and the archaeological techniques used.
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International Centre of Prehistory (Pole International de la Prehistoire), Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
A centre for eduction & an introduction into the Vereze Valley & prehistory
Opened in July 2010, located near the National Museum of Prehistory, it aims to enhance and make accessible to all audiences the universal heritage of the Vézère valley, rich in many important prehistoric sites.
Dining in Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil
Most of the better quality restaurants are situated within the hotels of the town. there are of course plenty of cafés along the main drag which runs directly under the cliff face where you can pick up a quick snack or a coffee to keep you going. One of the more popular restaurants is La Maison Tartines, Vins and Jardin.
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Hostellerie du Passeur Restaurant, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
The finest local food in the finest of locations
With a terrace set alongside the Vezerie river and within a hotel clad in Virginia Creeper and decorated with heart, warmth and style, the restaurant is hugely inviting.
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Les Glycines Restaurant, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
Exemplary hotel restaurant which once served Prince Charles
With their very own garden, the restaurant has access to the freshest fruit, vegetables, edible flowers and herbs. This is reflected in the menu, which makes the most of the regions famous culinary delights, including foie gras and of course Perigords black diamond, the truffle. You will easily settle into the cosy, contemporary restaurant or get to enjoy your surroundings while dining out on the terrace.
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Le Moulin de la Beune Restaurant, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac 
Le Moulin de la Beune Restaurant, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
Food of the Perigord inside an old stone mill house
A bright restaurant with stone walls, old wooden beams, fireplace and inviting allure, offer up culinary delights from the region. A strong focus is on local local treats and seasonality.
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La Source Restaurant, Tursac
Good vegetarian options at this village restaurant
Sitting wonderfully on the central square in Tursac, this great little restaurant has an attractive garden in which to enjoy their traditional but imaginative fare. There is a good vegetarian selection and a full vegetarian set menu available if you let them know in advance.
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L'Auberge Medievale Restaurant, Audrix
A great discovery.
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.
Things to do in Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil
Hiking, walking and canoeing on the river are just a few of the past times that you can enjoy is particularly beautiful part of the Dordogne.
If you're 'caved-out' then taking in the scenery from the water as you paddle gently down stream is always a welcome relief.
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AVCK (Animation Vezere Canoe Kayak), Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
Explore the Vézère valley from the peace & tranquillity of the river
This area provides water-sports for all ages. Renowned for its architectural heritage and sites of natural beauty, you will find that paddling is a great way to relax and have fun whilst enjoying the scenery.
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Domaine des Eymaries Horse Riding, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
Guided horse back trail riding in the Eymaries valley
Experience the beautiful Vezere valley and its prehistoric sites on horse back.
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AVCK (Animation Vezere Canoe Kayak), Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
Explore the Vézère valley from the peace & tranquillity of the river
This area provides water-sports for all ages. Renowned for its architectural heritage and sites of natural beauty, you will find that paddling is a great way to relax and have fun whilst enjoying the scenery.
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Le Mas Villa
5 bedroom villa in Dordogne. Sleeps 10
Renovated 16th century farmhouse in Dordogne.
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La Cloche Villa, Prats-du-périgor
3 bedroom Villa in Dordogne. Sleeps 8
Surrounded by a patchwork of fields and forests in the picturesque Perigord Noir area, the charming village of Prats-du-Perigord, with its honey coloured stone buildings topped with pitched roofs of deep red tiles, is most typical of the region.
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La Croix Villa, Prats-du-Périgord
3 bedroom Villa in Prats-du-Périgord, South West France. Sleeps 8
This recently renovated semi-detached stone village house is a delightful addition to our collection of properties in the picturesque Dordogne region. Situated along one of the narrow lanes in the village of Prats-du-Périgord, La Croix is a restoration that blends the traditional with the contemporary to great effect.
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Le Mazet Villa
1 bedroom villa in Dordogne, sleeps 2
Charming renovated detached cottage in the heart of Dordogne.
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Le Mas & Le Mazet Villas
6 bedroom villa in Dordogne. Sleeps 12
A combination of two renovated villas in the heart of Dordogne.
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La Maison Fleurie Villa, Frayssinet-le-Gelat
2 bedroom Villa in Dordogne. Sleeps 4
The undulating countryside north of the River Lot is dotted with chestnut woods and stone villages. In a tiny hamlet, close to the border with the Dordogne (3km), sits La Maison Fleurie, a picturesque stone cottage, adorned with pots of colourful flowers.
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Hotels in Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil
At the far end of Les Eyzies de Tayac you'll find the four-star Les Glycines Hotel and Spa; a touch of contemporary design in this centre for prehistory. In addition to this the town has several other decent hotels and some rather charming B&Bs - to be expected in the Dordogne region.
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Bon Encontre Hotel, Sarlat-la-Caneda
Charming Perigordian style hotel
Located just a 5 minute walk from the centre of Dordogne's capital Sarlat, the hotel has minimalist, comfortable rooms with a large en suit, flat-screen TV and free Wifi. Located in the grounds is also a hugely inviting swimming pool.
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La Maison des Peyrat Hotel, Sarlat-la-Caneda
Personality packed 14th Century building & gardens
With parts of the building dating back to the 14th Century, there is no surprise that the building itself acts as a focal point throughout the property. With stone walls and ancient wooden beams being left exposed, the place really feels as though there are stories to be told while sitting out in its large gardens, laced with nut trees and springs.
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Les Songes de l'Abbaye B&B, Cadouin
Humble abode in 14th Century building
Overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cadouin Abbey, the B&B is ideally situated in the centre of Cadouin. There are a number of hiking trails that run through the village as well as some local gastronomic delights to get stuck into.
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Ferme de Tayac B&B, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac 
Ferme de Tayac B&B, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
903 year old B&B
Previously a farmhouse and monastery dating back to the 12th Century, with oak beams and rooms carved from local stone, Ferme de Tayac is perfectly in fitting as a base from which you can explore the Vezere Valley.
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Le Relais de Moussidiere Hotel, Sarlat-la-Caneda
Perfectly restored Charterhouse in Périgord
Ideally situated a short distance from the medieval town of Sarlat, this tranquil retreat offers up contemporary rooms with touches of authenticity. The hotel grounds have a wonderful park with a small lake, footbridges and its own private swimming pool.
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Meysset Hotel, Sarlat-la-Caneda
Contemporary meets authentic in park hotel
In the heart of the Black Perigord and a stones throw from the market town of Sarlat, this pale stoned old building is nestled into a 3 acre park. It has a gastronomic restaurant, heated outdoor pool with stunning views over the valley and the comfort that you want from the perfect retreat.
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Les Eyzies Property For Sale - REF 3380612, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac
Magnificent chartreuse north of Les Eyzies for sale
The property,dating from the 17th century, lies in a quiet, open valley, fed by a small stream.
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