La Roque-Gageac

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20 December 2024  |  Tourism

Gabarres de Beynac, promenades en bateau sur la Dordogne

Near the Roque-Gageac, in the Dordogne you can enjoy boat trips organized with traditional Gabares boats. This walk will allow you to discover the beautiful landscapes of the Périgord, but also the four most prestigious castles of the Périgord.

Discovering landscapes and historical monuments

This commented walk lasts an average of 50 minutes during which you can observe the limestone cliff culminating 150 meters from the Dordogne valley. Marqueyssac with its beautiful hanging gardens overlooking the Dordogne valley. But also the castle of Fayrac and the castle of Castelnaud which dominates this beautiful valley.

La Roque-Gageac, one of the most beautiful villages in France

Located in Laroque-Gageac, you can also enjoy this beautiful village in the Périgord Noir. Classified among "the most beautiful villages in France", this picturesque site impresses with its golden stone houses clinging to the cliff, overlooking the river. You can admire the village from the gabarres on the Dordogne, a way to discover the heritage differently. The Roque Gageac offers a journey through time and an immersion in the heart of the cultural and natural wealth of South-West France. While walking through the alleys of this beautiful city, you will discover an exceptional microclimate that allows vegetation to thrive, especially banana and palm trees. For an unforgettable experience, embark on a gabarre, these traditional boats, to admire the village from the Dordogne.

A stop in Marqueyssac

Perched on a cliff and overlooking the Dordogne valley, the Marqueyssac gardens are an essential place in the Périgord Noir. These gardens are suspended and extend over 22 hectares and offer an enchanting walk among 150,000 hand-cut box trees. Marqueyssac is an ideal place for a family outing, you will also find activities for children with a fun course and nature workshops. At sunset, the site lights up during the famous "nights" by candlelight, creating a fairytale atmosphere. A visit to Marqueyssac is a moment of calm with the most beautiful landscapes in France.

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