Discover the charm of Saint-Aulaye, Dordogne, Aquitaine

From the sign in front of the Puymangou town hall, take the path that climbs up in front of it. 100 m further up, when you reach the road, continue straight ahead on the tarmac (on the left, view of the church)

This loop takes in the villages of Bonnes and Aubeterre from Saint-Aulaye. Please note that this loop is not signposted, but you can scan a QR code.

The alleys and paths that run through the village allow you to discover this ancient bastide in an original way by following a little fox; the route can be modified and leads from the heart of the village to the river Dronne, and through passages that are sometimes surprising, known only to the inhabitants; along the way you will discover a quality heritage. Interpretation panels all along the route evoke the past of the village, and the pastel museum presents its works along the way. The discovery circuit is classified among the 10 most beautiful paths of Périgord since 2019.

Harrison Barker was a 19th-century English traveler and journalist. In "Two summers in Guyenne, chronicle of the wayside and waterside", he chronicles his journey and encounters with the inhabitants of southwest France. The trip takes him to the Double forest. Departing from the Saint-Aigulin train station, the route passes through several communes: La Roche-Chalais, Parcoul Chenaud and arrives in Saint-Aulaye.

Harrison Barker was a 19th-century English traveler and journalist. In "Two summers in Guyenne, chronicle of the wayside and waterside", he chronicles his journey and encounters with the inhabitants of southwest France. This trip took him to the Double forest. Departure is from Saint-Aulaye in the direction of Echourgnac.

Harrison Barker was a 19th-century English traveler and journalist. In "Two summers in Guyenne, chronicle of the wayside and waterside", he chronicles his journey and encounters with the inhabitants of southwest France. This trip took him to the Double forest. Departure from Saint-Aulaye, arrival at Aubeterre.

23 km loop, starting from Place du Champ de Foire in Saint-Aulaye. Along the way, you'll discover the cultural and floral heritage of the Forêt de la Double.

From the call sign at the Salle Georges Brassens parking lot in Chenaud, head towards the hall, skirting it and continuing straight ahead through the meadow. 100m further on, take the path on the left.

This small village boasts a number of wash-houses, as well as the only church with stone flesh. On this tour, you'll also see an astronomy observatory. From Place Georges Brassens, turn left. At the small roundabout, go straight ahead and turn right at the Mairie. Follow signs for the church.

Fully-equipped gîte, renovated to welcome you for vacations with family or friends. Comfort, calm, exceptional and historic setting, unforgettable stay guaranteed. The swimming pool (12m x 6m) and its terrace are freely accessible to the Domaine's 2 gîtes. We can provide a cot, baby bath and high chair for the youngest guests. There are 2 comfortable bedrooms, each with a 180 x 200 bed; the sofa-bed in the living room provides 2 additional beds. The bathroom has a shower, 1 washbasin and 1 WC. The spacious living area includes a lounge and office area, as well as a fitted kitchen (induction hob, pyrolysis oven....), washing machine/dryer, TV, wifi, private terrace.... RATES 480 to 850? per week Breakfast from 8 ?/pers

Camping *** La Dordogne Verte welcomes you to the pretty village of St-Aulaye, on the edge of the Charente department in the Dordogne. At this campsite in the Périgord Vert region, you'll be comfortably ensconced in a meander of the Dronne river, a very well-preserved natural environment in the Double. This family-run campsite is open from April to September, and the spacious pitches and comfortable rental accommodation are ideal for your family holiday in the Périgord, with friends or for business. Numerous outdoor and leisure activities are available both on site and nearby. Water park on site. Accrobranche, hiking and biking, swimming, fishing nearby. RATES: Min. 18 ?/night in a comfort pitch to 200 ? /night in a 3-bedroom PRIVILEGE CLIMATIZED mobile home NEW FROM 2024.

Gite La Belle étoile features a modern interior with contemporary touches and soft hues, creating a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere. The gite is a detached house with two bedrooms for four people. Saltwater swimming pool, shared with the owners, open from June to the end of September.

Nestled in a green setting on the outskirts of the Château, this charming little residence is a haven of calm and harmony. Views of the park on one side and private garden with swimming pool on the other. Come and recharge your batteries in the heart of nature, at the crossroads of the Dordogne. Get away from it all in the bucolic countryside of the Périgord Vert at the Renaudie gîte. The gîte has 2 bedrooms, each with its own shower room, and a large living room with kitchen opening onto the private garden on one side and the park on the other. Open from June to September. Rates: 250 ? per night.

Nestled in a verdant setting, this charming residence is a haven of calm and harmony. Relaxation and serenity make this unique and magical place a must for your stay, and an ideal base from which to explore and discover the vineyards of Bordeaux and Bergerac, the charming villages of Périgord and its gastronomy. Escape to the bucolic countryside of the Périgord Vert at Château de la Renaudie. 4 high-standard rooms. comfort and modernity. A warm, relaxed atmosphere 4 spacious, fully restored and decorated rooms with en-suite bathroom or Italian shower. Rates: from 150 to 220? per night.

Pleasant house, fully restored and equipped with all modern conveniences. It will offers on one level, an enclosed garden with garden furniture and sunbathing, barbecue and access at the pool. Situated in a quiet and restful environment near the forest of the Double. Hiking trails are accessible at 100 m, Saint-Aulaye at 5 kms, with its shops, its beach and snack bar as well as canoeing. Situated a few minutes from Aubeterre sur Dronne, a listed village. Close to the wines of St Emilion, Angoulême and Périgueux, as well as remarkable sites of the Périgord.

In the heart of a wooded park, this vacation village in the heart of the Nouvelle Aquitaine region is appreciated for its outdoor activities (fishing, hiking/biking, canoeing, etc.), its comfort (15 bungalows with a maximum capacity of 6 people), and its calm. Open to families, groups and individuals all year round. RATES : 1 week in July-August: (Saturday afternoon to Saturday morning): 300 ? 1 to 5 nights (off-season): 67 ? to 190 ? 7 nights (low season): 245 ? Additional night: 45 ? (all year) 200 ? deposit required for all rentals.

Situated 1 km from the small village of Saint-Privat-des-Prés (grocery store, newsagent, bread shop, var, butcher once a week), magnificent 16th-century stone farmhouse, tastefully renovated and set in a hectare garden with swimming pool. View of the medieval village and its 11th-century church, offering peace and serenity. Ground floor: 2 kitchens, 1 bedroom with 1 double bed (140cm) and 1 bedroom with 2 single beds (90cm), 2 bathrooms with shower and WC First floor: 3 bedrooms with 1 double bed (140cm) and 1 bedroom with 2 single beds (90cm), 2 bathrooms with bath and WC. Sleeps 12, 2 separate gîtes for 6 possible on request. RATES: ? from 3255? to 3815? per week in high season ? from 285? to 365? per night in low season (minimum 3 nights) Additional charge: cleaning.

Charming, comfortable wooden house with large terrace overlooking a private pond. Shaded, it's ideal for aperitifs, reading and contemplating the setting sun, on 2 hectares of land. It comprises 2 bedrooms (140cm beds) and an extra 140cm bed. No-kill fishing available. Canoeing base on the Dronne 1km away, Aubeterre sur Dronne (charming village) 12km, St Emilion (UNESCO listed) 43km. Numerous forest walks directly from the accommodation. Accessible to people with reduced mobility. The house includes 1 shower room, 2 bedrooms, living room/kitchen, 25m2 terrace. RATES: from 165 ? per night, 2 nights minimum.

A beautiful property at the end of a cul-de-sac near the owner and another gîte, situated in the countryside with panoramic views over the meadow. A detached house with a beautiful private swimming pool 150 m from the gîte, open from June to the end of September (9x4m, chlorinated, secured by a shutter). The gîte is close to hiking trails and beautiful nature spots such as the Grand Etang de la Jemaye, the famous Abbaye Notre Dame de Bonne Espérance and the Ferme du Parcot. The gîte comprises a large main room with lounge area and relaxation area with table soccer and bar, a fully-equipped kitchen, shower room with walk-in shower, 3 bedrooms. Bedroom 1: 1 bed 160 / bedroom 2: 1 bed 160 + 1 bed 90 / bedroom 3: 3 beds 90. Private 1500 m² garden overlooking the surrounding countryside. South-facing travertine terrace with barbecue and swing.

Saint-Aulaye is situated on the border of the Dordogne and the Charente. The only bastide of the Périgord Vert welcomes you on a promontory overlooking the Dronne valley. You are here in AOC Cognac and, in addition to a 12th century Romanesque church with a Saintongeaise facade, Saint-Aulaye is home to a Cognac Ecomuseum, housed in a former farm building. During a chronological tour, discover the spirit and know-how of the distiller, the cellar master, the winemaker and the cooper. Visit the cellars, learn the secrets of winemaking and admire various traditional winemaking objects, including an 18th century still and a double-screw press. At the end of your tour, a Cognac and Pineau tasting is offered.

Church of a former priory of the XIIth century, restored in the XIXth century with the addition of the south aisle. Nave with two bays covered by a barrel vault. Square bell tower rebuilt at the end of the Middle Ages. The Saintongeais-style facade, the front choir, the bell tower and the chevet date from the Romanesque period. The bell tower has a defensive system. It is accessed by a very narrow spiral staircase carved into the pillar. The Romanesque capitals of the façade and the chevet are very well preserved.

Saint-Aulaye, located in the Cognac AOC since its creation in 1909, has communal vineyards, planted with Colombard grapes. The result of a partnership since 2015 with the Maison Camus, the Cognac of Saint-Aulaye in Périgord, which is aged in the cellars of the Château-Hôtel de Ville, is being marketed for the first time and is joining the circle of AOCs in Périgord. The 2nd vintage of Cognac de St-Aulaye was put on sale in April 2021.

Erected in the 10th and 11th centuries, the medieval castle dominates the Dronne and the Double forest. A path allows you to discover this ancient bastide, founded in 1288. Plans available at the Tourist Office. Free visit.

Come and discover one of the 10 most beautiful trails in Périgord, with a visit to the Bastide de Saint-Aulaye, also known as a "petite cité de caractère", "terre d'avenir", "village fleuris" and "station verte de vacances". Free guided tours on Thursdays from July 14 to August 18 at 10.30 a.m., departing from the Tourist Office (booking required) and the rest of the year for groups, booking required.

Saint-Aulaye is the only bastide town in Périgord Vert and Val de Dronne. A "street" bastide, it is organized around the Place Pasteur and the Docteur Lacroix shopping street. Founded in 1288 by Pierre de Brémond father and son, the town has a rich and varied heritage to discover. Stroll along the cobbled streets to discover the 12th-century Romanesque church, the 14th-century bridge, the 13th- and 19th-century château, the 14th-century ramparts and houses dating from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. Its discovery trail is ranked among the 10 most beautiful trails in Périgord.

Reception of temporary exhibitions

The focus is on organic products. You'll find flour and bread. These products are on sale on Tuesday evenings at 6:00 pm with the association "les Paniers de la Double" Sales on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4pm to 6pm. Bread orders can be placed until the day before.

The Musée du Pastel offers visitors a permanent exhibition of paintings acquired by the municipality, a temporary exhibition of artists, and reproductions of works by world-famous artists. Projection of a film on the making of Girault pastels.

Micro Folie is a cultural platform that enables visitors to discover numerous works of art from major museums using digital tools such as tablets, a large screen for viewing lectures or concerts, a virtual reality area and a convivial space. The aim is to create a multi-faceted activity space accessible to all, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Traditional catering, fast food, Pizzas - Terrace Open only from 20 May to 15 September every day for lunch and dinner.

In Hispanic countries and in the south of France, a peña is a group of friends who get together to share one or more common passions, in an informal atmosphere often linked to the party. Taste our local and foreign specialties. Evenings with themes.

The restaurant offers you its regional specialities based on fresh and local products: grills, fish, homemade desserts, wine cellar. Room and terraces.

The Moulin restaurant serves local and gourmet cuisine. Reservations recommended. Open Friday and Saturday evenings.

Le Régal des Dieux offers tapas, charcuterie, cheese and seafood platters in a warm and welcoming setting.

Discover the local cuisine at the Table à Manger (Chez Marraine in Saint-Vincent-Jalmoutiers). Open on Saturdays for lunch and dinner and on Sundays for lunch, in Spring, Autumn and Winter (by reservation only)

Traditional restaurant offers daily menus in the village of St-Vincent de Jalmoutiers. Only on reservation, contact them 2 days before.

Déborah and Fabien BERTIN welcome you to La Clairière, located in the heart of the forest of La Double. It is in this peaceful, authentic and warm place that the chef Fabien offers you a tasty cuisine.

This bar-restaurant located at the entrance of the village, proposes a traditional cooking of our region. You can enjoy it on the terrace or in the dining room.

L'Auberge de la Double takes pride in its traditionnal home made cooking. Sylvie prepares all the dishes using a large variety of locally produced fresh ingredients. The dining room has been redecorated and refurbished but has kept the rustic charm that local customers appreciate and that visitors will surely enjoy.

The Logis de France hotel welcomes you to its charming setting. Bar-Hotel-Restaurant open from 7.30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sundays. Rooms equipped with private bath and WC, traditional restaurant, local products, short circuit. Terrace at the front and shady garden at the back. 8 bedrooms. Open all year round. Rates : Room: 59 to 65 ? Breakfast: 8,50 ? Lunch and/or evening meal: from 11.50 ? to 21.50 ? 28 ? Saturday lunch and dinner or Sunday lunch, by reservation only. Monday to Thursday inclusive, special evenings from 84 ?

Situated at the end of a private lane, The Walnut Tree is a renovated character house. It features a spacious living and dining room, a fully modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. All tastefully decorated with a modern touch. Large rear garden and private parking. 100m walk to the river beach in one direction or to the historic village of Saint Aulaye in the other. Walking distance to shops.

In the heart of Périgord, in Saint-Aulaye-Puymangou, this elegant architect-designed villa welcomes you between forest, rivers and vineyards. 5 bedrooms, including one with a mezzanine providing office space and sleeping facilities, large cathedral living room, heated swimming pool, 7,000m2 garden with trees, baby facilities, table tennis... Perfect for 12 people. Ideally located. Close to Aubeterre, Ribérac, Brantôme, Saint-Émilion & Bordeaux and the ocean. Calm, comfort & charm for an unforgettable stay in the Dordogne!

Fully-equipped gîte, renovated to welcome you for vacations with family or friends. Comfort, calm, exceptional and historic setting, unforgettable stay guaranteed. The swimming pool (12m x 6m) and its terrace are freely accessible to the Domaine's 2 gîtes. We can provide a cot, baby bath and high chair for the youngest guests. There are 2 comfortable bedrooms, each with a 180 x 200 bed; the sofa-bed in the living room provides 2 additional beds. The bathroom has a shower, 1 washbasin and 1 WC. The spacious living area includes a lounge and office area, as well as a fitted kitchen (induction hob, pyrolysis oven....), washing machine/dryer, TV, wifi, private terrace.... RATES 480 to 850? per week Breakfast from 8 ?/pers

For lovers of nature and old stones, our 200 m² gîte is ideal for a successful vacation. Its location, in an old renovated farmhouse, means that you can enjoy a wide range of sporting activities nearby: river fishing, swimming, accrobranche, canoeing, kayaking, cycling, as well as numerous visits to tourist sites ..... RATES: 960 ? per week / 500 ? 2 nights / 550 ? 3 nights (available from September to June) All rates include bed linen and towels. Additional charges apply: Winter heating: 30 to 50 ? (2 to 7 nights) Cleaning: 20 ?/h or 80 ? at end of stay.

Camping *** La Dordogne Verte welcomes you to the pretty village of St-Aulaye, on the edge of the Charente department in the Dordogne. At this campsite in the Périgord Vert region, you'll be comfortably ensconced in a meander of the Dronne river, a very well-preserved natural environment in the Double. This family-run campsite is open from April to September, and the spacious pitches and comfortable rental accommodation are ideal for your family holiday in the Périgord, with friends or for business. Numerous outdoor and leisure activities are available both on site and nearby. Water park on site. Accrobranche, hiking and biking, swimming, fishing nearby. RATES: Min. 18 ?/night in a comfort pitch to 200 ? /night in a 3-bedroom PRIVILEGE CLIMATIZED mobile home NEW FROM 2024.

The Domaine de la Vallade in Périgord Vert welcomes you to a vast landscaped site with a pond, a permacultural vegetable garden and discovery trails. Just a few minutes' walk from the village shops and the beach, we offer a cosy gîte for 2 to 5 people in the heart of nature. It comprises 1 bedroom with a king-size bed, a sofa bed in the living room and a convertible armchair (available on request); and a bathroom with shower, washbasin and toilet. The kitchen is equipped with the latest appliances. There is a television and wifi connection. On request, we can also provide a cot (+ mattress), a high chair and a bathtub for the little ones. The gîte has a private terrace with barbecue, garden furniture and sun loungers. From 350 to 750 ? per week Overnight stays from 50 ?

Welcome to our 17th century farmhouse situated in the beautiful Dordogne on the border of the Charente. We are 2 km from St Aulaye. With two acres of private land, we invite you to come and discover all that this beautiful region has to offer. We are fully equipped for couples, families and groups Situated in a golden triangle of riverside beaches, bastides and one of the most beautiful villages in France. Outside the months of July and August, a bed and breakfast service is offered on this facility.

House (30m2) located in the garden and independent. It has a bedroom with kitchenette, reversible air conditioning/heating. Apartment (51m²) in a renovated barn facing a flower-filled garden. Charming atypical village with Romanesque church, laundries and fountains. Close to hiking and mountain-biking trails and the Plage de Saint-Aulaye beach. In the morning, enjoy a hearty breakfast with home-made jam on the terrace. open all year round. 2 independent bedrooms 2 shower rooms 2 WCs. RATES From 55 to 65 ? per night. Free for children.

On the heights of Saint-Aulaye, ?Le Puits du Roi? welcomes you all year round to its large, tranquil park with saltwater swimming pool. Three bedrooms are available: orchid? 160 cm bed cornflower? 140 cm bed lily of the valley? 180cm bed or 2 90cm beds. Possibility of adding a bed in the muguet room. Copious, refined breakfasts can be served on the terrace or in a cosy dining room. Separate entrance. Comfort assured. Open all year round. RATES 60? per night for 1 person 70? per night for 2 people 116? per night for 3 people