Vineyards, Markets, Chateaux, Walking, Cycling, River Beaches, Kayaking, Golf, Caves and so much more.
VINEYARDS: Monflanquin is situated in the heart of the Dordogne, Lot et Garonne region. Neighbouring vineyards include: Cahors, Bergerac, Saint Emillion, Bordeaux, Duras and many more. There is also a local winery in the village, "Cave des 7 Monts" with daily tours and wine tasting. Two of the local vineyards (20 min by car) with tours that we would recommend are Chateau de la Jaubertie and
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BEER TASTING: Artisan Brewery, 10 Rue Saint-Andre, 24540 Monpazier, +33553277249, biere@bierebastide.com
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BERGERAC: Bergerac is a town in South West France. It’s known for its old town’s half-timbered buildings and the castles that dot the surrounding countryside. In the town, the Maison des Vins showcases the region’s wine. It’s housed in the Cloître des Récollets, a 17th-century cloister. Nearby, the Musée de Tabac documents the history of tobacco. Traditional barges cruise the Dordogne River, which runs through the city.
Weekly markets
Cancon: Monday
Monpazier: Thursday
Eymet: Thursday
Monflanquin: Thursdays
Monsempron-Libos: Thursday
Castilonnes: Friday, seasonal only
Saint-Sylvestre-sur-Lot: Saturday
Villereal: Saturday
Pujols: Sunday
Issigeac: Sunday
Discover local Chateaux
Walking & Cycling
If you arrive with bikes it is easy to cycle immediately from the property. You can also rent bikes from local towns. We have enjoyed numerous circular bike rides from Les Jumelles:
River beaches, lakes & Kayaking
Monform Lake (non-swimming) –within walking distance of Les Jumelles.
Lac de Lougratte (18 minutes by car)
Le Buisson du Cadouin (45 minutes by car - also accessible by train)
Puy l’Eveque (37 mins by car)
Castelfranc (45 mins by car)
Limeuil (50 mins by car)
Lac de Pombonne (50 mins by car)