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Dordogne
The region between the valleys of the Dordogne and the Dronne rivers, best known for its turreted castles and endless vineyards, has been inhabited for as long as any in Europe, the home of the Cro-Magna, whose art has been painstakingly reproduced in the cave of Lascaux II. The region’s wealthier population have moved from the cliffs, such as at St-Christophe to grand châteaux, as those in opposing Castelnaud and Beynac, always dominating the rivers below. The waters run through the wine and tobacco capital of Bergerac and the market towns of Montignac and Brantome. Extensive on-going restoration has maintained the atmosphere of mediaeval walled Sarlat and Perigueux, from which the region takes its French name, Perigord. Air links into Bordeaux, Bergerac and Brive as well as trains from Paris and good road links make the area easily accessible and an ideal driving holiday destination.
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Moulin de L’Abbaye
Dordogne, France
deluxe
Situated on the banks of the River Dronne in the heart of Brantôme, the most picturesque of Dordogne towns, the Moulin de L’Abbaye is a charming and friendly ivy-clad hotel divided into three separate buildings. The mill itself provided the town with flour, wool and electricity and now houses the comfortable lounge bar and restaurant situated on the river’s edge with a tree-shaded terrace.
Short Break
Château de la Treyne
Dordogne, France
deluxe
Dating back to the 14th century, the Château de la Treyne overhangs a quiet stretch of the Dordogne River close to Souillac, a 30-minute drive from the picturesque town of Sarlat.
Short Break
Château de Lalande
Dordogne, France
deluxe
On a recent visit we were very impressed by the quality, style and character of this pretty little château close to the Dordogne’s administrative capital of Périgueux.
Short Break
Château des Vigiers
Dordogne, France
superior
Located a little over an hour east of Bordeaux, the Château des Vigiers is just 20 minutes from Bergerac’s airport and an ideal base for exploring the region’s famous vineyards.
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