Les jardins du Manoir d'Eyrignac

Périgord’s most beautiful gardens

Although Dordogne is much better known for its castles and gastronomy, it has a wealth of incredibly enchanting gardens which marvellously crown the scenescapes which they dominate and the dwellings which they enhance. A journey through our five favourites.

Gardens of the Imagination in Terrasson-Lavilledieu

At just thirty minutes from Brive and Sarlat, these 6 hectares of lush delights invite you to discover: 150 plant species, 120 water sprays, 2,000 rosebushes, 20,000 perennials, 8,000 trees and bushes, terraces which overhang each other and interweave, a sylvan theatre, a ‘green’ tunnel, woods, a viewpoint and much more… Everything it takes for the Gardens of the Imagination in Terrasson to whisk visitors back through the long history of Humanity and landscape art from Roman times to the present.
A contemporary creation by the Paysage Land architecture studio, comprised of Kathryn Gustafson and Ian Ritchie, it offers 13 green and water-focused scenes which visitors are invited to breathe life into through a rejuvenating, initiatory stroll.

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www.jardins-imaginaire.com

In Terrasson-Lavilledieu. Open daily from 10am to 6pm during the summer season, closed on Tuesdays from April to September. Free-as-you-please visits and guided tours.Prices: €7.50, €4.50 for 10-18 year olds and students. Information and booking on +33 (0)5 53 50 86 82.

Eyrignac Manor and its Gardens

At 13 km from Sarlat, an invitation to a free-as-you-please or audio-guided visit through the gardens of Eyrignac Manor, in Salignac-Eyvigues, which epitomize classical French-style landscaping. The sculpted green perspectives covering the alleys are a must-see, a unique example of topiary art. With every passing season, the gardens are enhanced: botanical trails, flower meadow, market garden complemented by a convivial, musical atmosphere for the White Picnics held on Monday evenings throughout the summer.

www.eyrignac.com

In Salignac-Eyvigues. Open daily from 9:30am to 7pm. Prices: €12.90, €6.50 for 5-10 year olds and €8.50 for 11-18 year olds, family pass. Tel: +33 (0)5 53 28 99 71.

Panoramic Gardens in Limeuil

At forty kilometres from Périgueux, Bergerac and Sarlat, a magical place awaits in Limeuil overlooking the confluence of the Vézère and the Dordogne rivers. Run by the association Au Fil du temps, the panoramic gardens showcase themes: arboretum, medieval garden, colour garden (tinctorial plants), witch’s garden (plants with magical powers), water garden, insect garden… A host of spaces to stroll through along the interpretative trails, before heading off to take part in the nature workshops (from July).

http://jardins-panoramiques-limeuil.com

In Limeuil. Open from 15 July to 31 August from 2:30pm to 8pm. Exceptional opening for the “European Heritage Days” and the French annual “Rendez-vous aux jardins” (Reduced prices). Prices: €6, €3 for 4-18 year olds. PRM-accessible. Tel: +33 (0)5 53 73 26 13.

Impressionistic scenes at the Carsac-Aillac Water Gardens

After creating the most extensive aquatic maze in Europe and setting up a touch pool where Koi carp wait patiently for children to caress them, the Carsac Water Gardens, just 15 minutes from Sarlat, now invite you to discover an explosion of colours and petals ever-so delicately centre-staged by the lotus and water lilies, in a refreshing, peaceful world which the great Impressionist masters would definitely have adored.

www.jardinsdeau.com

In Carsac-Aillac. Open daily in May, June, July and August from 10am to 7pm, in September from 11am to 6pm. Prices: €8, students €6.50 and €4.50 for 6-11 year olds. Free for children under the age of 6. Tel: +33 (0)5 53 28 91 96.

A weaveworld of inspirations: Sardy Gardens in Vélines

Near Vélines, at thirty kilometres from Bergerac and Libourne, Sardy Gardens unfurl their romantic charm with a myriad of invitations: curiosity at the scent garden, meditation by the large pond, strolls through a host of colours, fragrances, green scenescapes.
These gardens, centre-staging English and Florentine inspiration, blend greenery and perspectives in perfect accords which lead visitors to a state of pure harmony, pure communion with the elements.

https://jardinsdesardy.com

In Vélines. Open daily from 10am to 6pm. Prices: €7, €4 for students and free for children under the age of 12. Tel: +33 (0)5 53 27 51 45

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Imparfaite Céramic

Creator of clay objects

Chez mouche 16480 Brossac
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L'étang Vallier

The Vallier pond is located in Brossac in the South Charente. In the heart of nature it offers multiple activities for the whole family. The calm and the omnipresent nature will get you relaxation and resourcefulness.
This freshwater pond offers several activities on site: children's playground, bike rental, fishing, picnic area, pony rides in summer, yoga in summer.

Villas and cottages are located around the pond. The club house offers a snack bar for your meals.

Étang Vallier 16480 Brossac
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Plan d'eau de l'étang vallier

The Vallier pond is located in Brossac in the South Charente. In the heart of nature it offers multiple activities for the whole family. The calm and the omnipresent nature will get you relaxation and resourcefulness.
This freshwater pond offers several activities on site: children's playground, picnic area

Villas and cottages are located around the pond. The club house offers a snack bar for your meals.

Étang Vallier 16480 Brossac
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Chambres d'Hôtes de Mme Godding

Located in the heart of the village of Brossac. Ideal when looking for a house in Charente or Dordogne.
One double room and one small single single room.
Continental breakfast is included. The accommodation is on the first floor and has the exclusive use of its own shower room.

Rue de l'Etang Vallier 16480 Brossac
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Bed and breakfast La Maison Aux Orchidées

In the heart of nature, facing the orchid hillsides, this completely renovated old Charentaise farmhouse offers two guest rooms located on the first floor.

4 Chez Pinard 16480 Saint-Laurent-des-Combes
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Saint-Félix Church

The church of Saint-Félix, located in the village, is a Romanesque church dating from the 12th century. It has many sculpted motifs on its façade (typical of the Charente region) and inside: geometric shapes, foliage, animals, characters, monsters, etc.
It used to belong to the former diocese of Saintes. During the Hundred Years' War, the church was damaged. Around the 19th century, work began to restore the walls of the nave and the bell tower.



The church of Saint-Félix has been classified as a "Monument Historique" since 1984. Its bell, dating from 1613, has also been classified as an object since 1944.

Le Bourg 16480 Saint-Félix
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Sentier des Rocs

A small, little forested commune in the South Charente, Saint-Felix presents a characteristic landscape of the limestone slopes of Montmorelien.

9.5 km
2h 20m
Very easy
Place de la salle des fêtes 16480 Saint-Félix
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Le Chatelard - De Castelbajac Béatrice

Le Châtelard offers guest rooms in the heart of a castle, to make you feel like a prince and princess for a night or a few days. Located on a vast wooded area, Le Châtelard assures you a country atmosphere, calm and restful.
The owners of this magnificent 19th century chateau welcome you with ease and offer charming rooms in a pleasant environment.

Château located near Aubeterre, Angoulême, Bordeaux, Périgord, St Émilion, beaches within 1 hour by car (Royan ...), Cognac and its cellars, Brantôme abbey, La Rochelle, Futuroscope, La Génétouze (JP Beltoise) and its many Romanesque churches.

Le Chatelard 16480 Passirac
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Sentier des Espaces verts

Commune of the South Charente with hilly terrain, Passirac culminates at an altitude of 174 m north-east of the village in Clavurier. With its limestone and sandy soils, the vegetation is rather shrubby, extending the great forest of the Double and the Landes saintongeaises.

8.5 km
2h 10m
Very easy
Place de la mairie 16480 Passirac
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Etang Vallier Resort

Etang Vallier Resort is located in Brossac in the South of Charente. In the middle of the forest, in a natural and relaxing setting, the Resort offers a wide range of accommodation. From wooden chalets to 3-bedroom villas with private swimming pools.
The freshwater pond 200 metres from the accommodation offers activities such as swimming, children's games, cycling, walking, picnics.



Various accommodation options are available: chalets, 2 and 3 bedroom houses for up to 10 people, a house with a private pool, a house with a jacuzzi.

Etang Vallier 16480 Brossac
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Sentier vallier

Located on the north-eastern edge of the forest of Double Saintongeaise, the town of Brossac presents varied landscapes of forest, moor and champagne typical of the region.

12 km
2h 50m
Le bourg 16480 Brossac
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Tour Charente VTT, section 28 : Brossac - Yviers

Beware, on this stage, you will realise that in the South Charente, there can also be a difference in altitude... Successions of rapid ascents and descents of paths under vegetation, beautiful residences and interesting viewpoints.
Electrically assisted mountain bikes are welcome here. The difference in altitude is significant on this section. Keep your reserve and face the hills with humility. They follow one another one after the other.

Starting point: the Vallier pond!

18 km
1h 24m
16480 Brossac
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Saint-Pierre Church of Passirac

The parish church of Saint-Pierre de Passirac, built in the 11th century, was a former Benedictine priory. Its Romanesque architectural decoration gives it a unique character and style.
Arcades and colonnades, carved all around the building, brighten up the monument and remind us of the importance of the church at that time. The bell tower is not of the period. It was rebuilt in the late 16th and 19th centuries.

During your visit, you should not forget to admire the capitals of the dome and the choir with their unique carved decorations. A processional banner dedicated to "The Virgin and Child" (20th century) hanging in one of the transoms is also visible. Opposite it is possible to admire a painting entitled "The Deploration of Christ".

Not far from there is the fountain of Saint-Pierre de Passirac (which most likely gave its name to the church). Its water, reputedly miraculous, was used to cure boils. The source of this fountain once flowed inside the church of Saint-Pierre.

4, Rue Saint Pierre 16480 Passirac
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La maison du père constantin

Old Charentaise house built from the 12th to the 18th century converted into 3 modular gites on a farm. This cottage for 8 people is labeled Tourism and Handicap (mental, hearing) and has many leisure facilities.
Ground floor: dining room with kitchen area, living room, 1 bedroom with 140x200 bed, shower room, wc. Upstairs: 1 bedroom (low under crawling) for children with 2 90 cm beds, 1 bedroom with 1 160 cm bed (twinable 2x80), 1 bedroom with 2 90 cm beds, bathroom, wc. DVD player, WIFI. Small private unfenced garden. Games area (badminton, table tennis, etc.), 6x12 m swimming pool. with unsupervised counter-current swimming, protected by fence + roller shutter (open July to September), to be shared with the 2 other gites and the owner. In Brossac (6 km): swimming pond. Heating to be set on statement. Possibility to rent the 3 gîtes (i.e. capacity 18/20 people).

Broue 16480 Sainte-Souline
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Gîte des Architectes

Lodging labeled Tourism and Handicap (mental, auditory) adjoining 2 other lodgings, housed in a typical 16th century country house, on a farm.
Ground floor: living room, kitchen, one bedroom with 1 double bed, one bedroom with 2 single beds or 1 double bed, shower room with wc.

Floor: mezzanine with lounge area (convertible 140), a bedroom with 1 bed 140, bathroom adjoining the bedroom, wc. DVD player, WIFI. Small private garden, terrace.

Play area (badminton, table tennis ...) and 6x12 m swimming pool. with unsupervised swimming against the current, protected by a fence + rolling shutter (open July, August and September), to be shared with 2 lodgings and the owner.

In Brossac (6 km): pond, spa, heated swimming pool. Heating to be regulated on reading. Poss. loc. 3 lodgings (18/20 pers.).

Broue 16480 Sainte-Souline
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Picnic area of Sainte-Souline

A last minute change in the weather? The village of Sainte-Souline offers a shelter and a picnic table for lunch. There is plenty of room for parking.
A parking lot is available free of charge in front of the town hall, as well as a tap to cool off during hot weather. Once you have found the sun, you can visit the Sainte-Souline church, located in the old town.

05 Route de Barbezieux Mairie de Sainte-Souline 16480 Sainte-Souline
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Sainte-Souline Church

Romanesque church built in the 12th century. It suffered heavy losses during the Wars of Religion. It was redesigned in the 14th century, as well as in 1843 when the vaults of the nave were redone. The presbytery dates from 1668.

Le Bourg 16480 Sainte-Souline
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Safran de Cornelius

Le safran de Cornelius is a saffron producer located in the Charente, on the heights of the beautiful village of Montboyer. They produce and sell saffron pistils but also jams, chutney, vinegars and mustards.
Reception at our saffron plantation: discover the taste of organically, home made products. Saffron-flavoured chutneys, jams, mustards, vinegars, syrups, honey, salt and of course saffron.

Meet us on Friday afternoon ! Please call before coming to make sure we are around, for we might be in production or away at some market.

Possible participation in workshops around planting, gathering. Sale at the property.

2 Chez Billard 16620 Montboyer
Du 30/03/2024 au 30/11/2024
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