Five essential tourist hotspots in the Dordogne
Explore the Dordogne region of France and discover numerous attractions and activities including prehistoric caves, ancient castles and kayaking. If you planning to stay in the Dordogne for a short break or longer, consider renting one of the comfortable gites in Dordogne so that you can have plenty to time to discover and explore the attractions in this stunning area of Southwest France. Below is the top five attractions that you will not want to miss when visiting Dordogne.
1. Lascaux Caves – These famous caves incorporate some of the best-known Paleolithic cave paintings in the world. The original caves are currently shut, however, a detailed reproduction as well as a mini-museum is available offering visitors a unique insight and educational look at Paleolithic cave art.
2. Chateau de Castelnaud – The Chateau de Castelnaud, a reconstructed medieval castle that overlooks the Dordogne river, offers medieval sword fight recreations as well as ample opportunities to explore medieval castle life through interactive displays.
3. La Roque St-Christophe – Discover this famous prehistoric troglodyte site tourist attraction and learn how humans inhabited this harsh environment. There is the opportunity to explore alone and view the remnants of many of the ancient structures such as the church. Consider bringing a picnic for lunch as this area makes a lovely place to relax and eat in addition to sturdy walking shoes toe explore the area.
4. Rocamadour – Known in religious circles as one of the most famous pilgrimage destinations, Rocamadour has been attracting visitors for over 1,000 years. This beautiful attraction in France manages to attract over a million visitors each year partly because it is situated on a cliff top offering panoramic views. A popular pastime for tourists is to stroll through its medieval streets and visit the famous sanctuaries.
5. Canoeing on the Dordogne – This is great way to explore the beautiful rivers of the Dordogne. Choose one of the convenient and widely available French apartments nearby so that you can enjoy plenty of time canoeing the area. Many holidaymakers who choose to canoe find this a relaxing way to explore the Dordogne valley and take in the magnificent scenery. If you are looking for quieter river experience, consider canoeing on the river Vezere.