Surroundings (sorted by distance)Le canal des moines (Aubazine) – 0 km Opposite our house starts the ‘Canal des Moines’, an exceptional work of art from the 12th century, 1500 meters long, partly excavated in the rock, partly built by the monks of the abbey. It is a hike that you will not soon forget with beautiful views and waterfalls. The canal leads you to the village of Aubazine with its abbey where Coco Chanel lived during her youth. Also a walk from our house to the Dolmen at ‘Cromlech’ and ‘Puy de Paulliac’, the ‘Table d'Orientation’ is worth a visit. |
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Aubazine (Coco Chanel's childhood) – 2 km
At the heart of a landscape of wooded hills overlooking the valley, Aubazine is a Mecca for monastic life in the Corrèze. Houses and shops are grouped around a shady square, near the old Cistercian abbey from the 12th century, to which the village owes its existence. Visit the Office de tourisme in Aubazine, they will give you all the information you need. |
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Le lac de Coiroux (Aubazine) – 3 km
A beautiful lake with a small beach where you can practice plenty of water sports. In addition, there is a mini golf course and an adventure park. Really exceptional is the beautiful 18-hole golf course ‘Coiroux’, a true paradise for the experienced golfer. There is also a compact 9-hole course for golf amateurs.
A beautiful lake with a small beach where you can practice plenty of water sports. In addition, there is a mini golf course and an adventure park. Really exceptional is the beautiful 18-hole golf course ‘Coiroux’, a true paradise for the experienced golfer. There is also a compact 9-hole course for golf amateurs.
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Brive-la-Gaillarde (the land of Brive) – 16 km
This welcoming and charming historic city is that of the famous market (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings) sung by Georges Brassens. You can also visit the caves of Saint Anthony of Padua in Brive. It is the name of the famous saint who stayed in 1226 and came to pray and meditate in these natural caves. The Causse lake (‘Lac du Causse’) a few kilometers from Brive is a nature reserve of 84 ha and is definitely worth a visit. |
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Collonges-la-Rouge (The city of 25 towers) – 20 km
Nestled among walnut and chestnut trees, a tourist hotspot in Corrèze, Collonges-la-Rouge is a place conducive to exploring its built heritage and taking a leisurely stroll. You will appreciate the beauty of the architecture and the red color of the stones. |
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Turenne (one of the most beautiful villages in France) – 28 km
Classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France and located south of Brive, Turenne bears the name of a once powerful Count of Limousin, Périgord and Quercy. Turenne has retained many traces of its history. Through the narrow and steep alleys of Turenne you can still see the flags of this famous count fluttering. The noble houses with slate roofs stretch from the old part of the 13th century to the more modern part dating from the 18th century. |
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Argentat-sur-Dordogne (Capital of the gabariers) – 30 km
The village of Argentat-sur-Dordogne is located in an alluvial plain, on either side of the banks of the Dordogne. Its history and development are closely linked to the river and a long commercial harbor. It is now a very pleasant tourist town. The picturesque alleys with old houses covered with lauze and the pebble-paved quays provide a peaceful atmosphere and invite you for a walk. The colorful markets, the summer events including the dynamic ‘Everyone on the bridge’ party, the barge rides or the canoe, kayak or stand-up paddle descents provide entertainment. |
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Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne (Where the river meets history) – 34 km
In the early middle ages, Beaulieu was a small village of fishermen and breeders on the Dordogne called Vellinus. Lord of the Turenne family, Rodolphe was driving on his land when he stopped in this small village. According to legend, amazed at the beauty of the place, he renamed the village of Bellus Locus (Beau Lieu in Latin modified) and decided around 856-858 to found a Benedictine abbey there to attract pilgrims and develop the area. |
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Martel (The city of 7 towers) – 38 km
Martel is one of the few cities or towns that doesn’t owe its existence to a ‘castrum’ or a religious foundation. Martel, called ‘La ville aux 7 tours’, experienced a second glory period in the 19th century thanks to the truffle trade. You can also board the ‘Truffadou’, a steam train that transported truffles. City of art and history, Martel is today a dynamic and welcoming city. The alleys are populated by small shops, lively terraces, cafes and very good restaurants that complete the remarkable heritage. |
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Uzerche (Village étape’ – The pearl of Limousin) – 45 km
Wander the narrow streets of this medieval small city, where bell towers, stone walls and slate roofs merge. Uzerche offers many local services, and has several good restaurants to please ‘gourmands’ and ‘gourmets’. Ask for the culinary specialty of the town: ‘le royal d'Uzerche’, THE local cake. To learn the history of the city of Uzerch, follow the heritage trail, made up of explanatory panels, which leaves from the tourist office. |
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Saint-Céré (Small Venise) – 50 km
Previously traversed by several branches of the Drool, a tributary of the Dordogne, it regularly suffered devastating floods. In 1611, a Dutch engineer built a network of channels that crossed and enclosed the city. This is the reason for the nickname of this village: Little Venice.
Previously traversed by several branches of the Drool, a tributary of the Dordogne, it regularly suffered devastating floods. In 1611, a Dutch engineer built a network of channels that crossed and enclosed the city. This is the reason for the nickname of this village: Little Venice.
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Les grottes de Lascaux (Prehistoric cave in the Vézère valley) - 64 km
The Lascaux Cave is classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site among 15 prehistoric sites and graceful caves in the Vézère Valley. An abundance of archaeological finds and their perfect conservation have allowed the further development of prehistoric science. A visit to Lascaux IV is a journey into the past of 17,000 years to discover a masterpiece of parietal art, in the Dordogne, on the banks of the Vézère in Montignac. Located in the heart of the Périgord Noir, the Vézère Valley has been classified by ministerial decree to protect this exceptional heritage. |
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Sarlat-la-Canéda (The medieval city) – 70 km
Sarlat-la-Canéda, better known as Sarlat, is located in the Dordogne department, on the border of the Causses du Quercy. This medieval city is today the capital of the Périgord Noir. It will enchant you with its noble houses, its characteristic religious buildings and its relaxed way of life. |
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Rocamadour (The Sacred City) – 76 km
The village of Rocamadour, a holy town and important place for pilgrims, dominates the ravine of Alzou. Famous for its shrines and more specifically for its ‘Black Madonna’, Rocamadour attracts a large number of visitors and pilgrims every year. After descending the 216 steps of the Grand Staircase leading to the church square, pilgrims and walkers discover the seven shrines of Rocamadour, including Notre-Dame chapel, Saint-Sauveur basilica and Saint-Michel chapel. |
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