THE REGION
There is a lot to see and do in our region. We have already listed a few things here, but in each gite you will of course find a handy folder with which you can easily plan a day trip. During your stay we will of course be happy to help you on your way.
Beautiful old villages a stone's throw from Gaury:
- Domme en la Roque Gageac, two of France's most beautiful villages
- The old center of Gourdon and Cahors (the capital of the Lot)
- Rocamadour: the second largest pilgrimage site in France after Lourdes
- The beautiful city of Sarlat
The Dordogne and Lot rivers:
- Great to explore by kayak, but you can also take a boat to admire the beautiful banks with its old villages and castles
- You can also swim in certain places
For the active ones among us:
- Horse riding: there are two riding stables in Dégagnac where day trips are also organized.
- It is a true cycling paradise for both professionals and amateurs. In Gourdon they rent bicycles, we have child seats to place on them. We also provide you with varied cycling routes.
- Walking along nice paths is a must because the pilgrimage road to Santiago de Compostela also passes here
- You can also play golf in the area (ask for our golf bags with clubs)
Visit caves
- Fun with or without children: Grottes du Pech Merle (with prehistoric drawings), Grottes de Cougnac (with one of the most beautiful ceilings in France), Grottes de Lacave (with a train), Gouffre de Padirac (with a boat), ...
Zoos
- Parc Animalier De Gramat: 40 hectares with 150 different types of animals including wolves, bears, bison, ...
- Reptiland: the largest collection of reptiles in France
- Insectopia: an educational and interactive adventure in the world of insects
- La maison des Abeilles: everything about the life of bees and beekeepers
- Forêt des Singes: 20 hectares where about 130 monkeys live in complete freedom and make direct contact with the public.
- Rocher des Aigles: an impressive show with vultures, condors, eagles, falcons, owls, macaws and cockatoos, a stone's throw from Rocamadour.
Further in brief:
- Several museums
- Typical cozy local markets
- Ancient, mysterious castles
- Wine tasting at the wine estates and castles in the area
- Delicious dining, because the region is known for its foie gras, truffles, cahors wine, nuts, mushrooms, ...
- Tourist train ride through the Dordogne valley, on an old railway track that was completely cut into the rock
- Annual festivals and events close by
Child-friendly
For the children there is a safe playground with a sandpit and many toys, for large playing birds there is the ping pong and kicker table and the petanque court.
green environment
Something for everyone: cycling, kayaking, hiking, fishing, swimming, horseback riding, golf, delicious dining, enjoying the sun and wine, ... All this in a setting of picturesque villages, old castles, beautiful caves and lively markets.
Comfort
Each gite has its own private terrace and BBQ, completely separated from the other gites.
beautiful region
There is a lot to see and do in our region. We have already listed a few things here, but in each gite you will of course find a handy folder with which you can easily plan a day trip.