Must-see sites in the Périgord within 30 minutes drive from our gîtes
La Roque-Saint-Christophe, Thot park, Grand Roc cave, Eyrignac gardens, Beynac castle, Marqueyssac gardens, Milandes castle, La Roque-Gageac, Saint Léon sur Vézère, Sarlat...
Milande castle
Does this castle ring a bell? It's the castle where Josephine Baker lives with her husband and their 12 all-races adopted children (knows as the rainbow tribe)
Visite libre du châteauDuring the visit you will know about her life, her commitments, her shows and see many objects that belonged to the singer.
Definitely worth visiting!
Canoeing on the Dordogne river
The 3 castles canoeing tour will make you pass along the must-see village of La Roque-Gageac where you will admire troglodyte houses and Gabarres (traditional flat-bottomed boats).
You will also see the majestic castles of Beynac, Marqueyssac and Castelnaud.
You could also stop in one of the beautiful beaches for a swim.
Markets
There are markets in the surrounding villages (one every evening) where you can meet local producers and taste their specialties.
Tables and benches are set in the center of the village, music entertainment… a great outing with family or friends.