Discover Chanterac, Dordogne, Aquitaine - A Hidden Gem

From the village of Chantérac and its Romanesque church, the loop of the hamlets leads to beautiful views over the Salembre valley along pleasant shady paths. It allows the discovery of varied landscapes and an important vernacular heritage.

Nice walk through the woods on the Segonzac paths. You will admire the church Notre Dame de la Visitation and the castles of Segonzac and Martinie .

The path winds between the forest of the Cailloux and the limestone plateau of St Aquilin, passing by fountains. It offers beautiful viewpoints on remarkable residences. On the path "la pierre Brune" reserves its legend for the curious.

Saint Aquilin is named after a hermit, friend and disciple of Saint-Astier who evangelized the region in the 6th century. The church built in the 12th century was destroyed and rebuilt in the 15th century, as evidenced by the crossed ogive vault. The three bells of the church mark the life of the village: Saint Eutrope (dating from 1701, 584 kilos), Marie (1890 drone of 1250kg) as well as Charlotte (of 1895, 380Kg). Beautiful houses are built on the hills, separated by two streams which form two valleys: the valley of Salembre and the valley of Noir.

From pretty little meadows enclosed in the forest to forest paths in the undergrowth, this hike allows you to discover numerous ponds and the diversity of the landscapes of the Double forest.

Between meadows and shaded paths in the undergrowth, this hike allows you to discover the wetland of the Gau washhouse as well as the ponds and landscapes of the Double forest. The loop is 6 km long but the connection is 1,4 km x 2, that is to say 8,8 km in all.

From its Gallo-Roman past, Saint-Sulpice-de-Roumagnac seems to have inherited its name. Roumagnac is probably linked to a Roman centurion who came from Romagne and settled there. Today, the commune offers its visitors an interesting architectural heritage. Indeed, it still has some remarkable houses as well as old farm buildings or farms that bear witness to its past.

Nice stroll in the heart of the green Périgord where you will discover a quality architectural heritage: medieval church, old rural residences mill and the ruins of the castle of La Tulières.

A beautiful, fairly shady loop, combining wooded parts with a crossing of small villages, with views over the unspoilt countryside. The route is quite varied and hilly, on unpaved paths, except at the end. It also allows you to discover some remarkable heritage features.

Welcome to the town of Saint Astier which celebrated its 1000th anniversary in 2013. Its name was given to it by a hermit, Asterius, who is still celebrated in the "chapel of the woods". Situated on the Vézelay route to Saint Jacques, the little town can offer hikers with good legs, "muscular" routes on the many hillsides that surround it.

This old house from the 16th century has been renovated in 2 cottages, great for family or friends. Possibility to rent just one of the 2 cottages. Beautiful view on the countryside and the village, 2 steps from the forest and hiking circuits. The 7-persons cottages: Kitchen, living-room with sofa and wooden stove, bathroom, WC. Bedroom 1: 1 140-bed Bedroom 2: 1 140-bed + 1 baby bed Bedroom 3: 2 90-bunk beds + 1 90-bed The 4/5-persons cottages of the tower: American kitchen, living-room with sofa. Bedroom 1: 1 140-bed Bedroom 2: 2 90-beds + 1 baby bed Arranged tower into living-room with sofa. Outside: Unenclosed land about 2000m2, court, terrace, bike shelter, swing, slides, children games, barbecue, garden lounge, loungers. The must: - An old house - Pretty point of view

Pleasant old countryside house, renovated and decorated with care, in a picturesque hamlet, halfway between Saint-Astier and Ribérac. Kitchen, lounge (sofa bed 140), shower room, WC. CH 1: 1 140-bed (mezzanine) CH 2: 2 90-beds and 1 truckle bed

In a meadow near the forest a countryside independent house full-renovated. Situated in a quiet hamlet, the best place for green holidays. The house is composed of a living-room with sofa, wooden stove, board games, equipped kitchen, bathroom, WC and 3 bedrooms: Bedroom 1: 1 140-bed (floor) Bedroom 2: 1 140-bed + 1 baby bed (upstairs) Bedroom 3: 1 90-bed (upstairs) Outside a huge unenclosed land about 4000m2, enclosed garden about 150m2 with swing, bike loan, barbecue, garden lounge, loungers. The must: - Ideal place for great walks - Equipped house

This century-old residence, once the wheelwright's house, is located at the entrance of a pretty village built on Gallo-Roman ruins, at the crossroads of the Santiago de Compostela routes. Completely renovated in 2020 with natural materials, the house has all modern comforts and new high-end leisure equipment: private swimming pool, billiards, table football. The beautiful volumes, the stone paving and the lime paintings give charm to the house. It consists of a large living room with kitchen area, 3 bedrooms on the ground floor: CH1: 1 double bed with private bathroom, CH2: 1 double bed with private bathroom, CH3 : 1 bed 140 with private bathroom, 2 separate toilets. Upstairs: a mezzanine with living room, 2 bedrooms: CH4: 1 bed 140, CH5: 1 bed 140 + 2 beds 90, shower room with WC. The most: The proximity of the village, the bakery and the restaurant.

Charming, light-filled village house with private garden in the heart of the village. Lovely volumes, spacious bedrooms, tasteful decor, indoor and outdoor games, numerous books and a shady, flower-filled enclosed garden give the house an atmosphere conducive to relaxation. Ground floor: large entrance hall, lounge with fireplace and living room opening onto terrace and garden, spacious fitted kitchen, laundry room, toilet. First floor: CH 1: 1 bed 160 + large bathroom, CH2: 1 bed 140 + bathroom, CH3: 2 bunk beds + 90 cm pull-out bed and 1 2-seater sofa bed + bathroom. 1 separate toilet. All-inclusive price, beds made on arrival. The garden is equipped with deckchairs, a trampoline and a ping-pong table. Main access is from the street, with 2 private parking spaces in front of the house.

This friendly and comfortable family home, built on a green hill with a breathtaking view, is the ideal place to take a break in all seasons, to admire nature, the sunrise or the stars at nightfall. Between two visits of the architectural, cultural or gastronomic heritage of the Périgord, you will be able to refresh yourself or to lounge around the beautiful and large swimming pool. Situated on a 3 hectare plot of land, the house consists of a large living room, a kitchen, a bathroom, a toilet, a bedroom with a double bed and direct access to the west terrace. On the first floor there are 2 large bedrooms and toilets: one with a slightly sloping ceiling, furnished with a double bed, the second with a view of the swimming pool, equipped with two single beds that can be joined together. A private garden is also at your disposal. The pluses: the secure salt water swimming pool, the qua

Charming gites in a large fenced property of 2 HA with heated swimming pool (10x5m) secured by alarm. Park with trees and parking. The gîte La bergerie has recently been converted to accommodate 4 to 6 people. It combines the charm of stone and the comfort of renovation (double glazing, bay window, modern tiles...).

Charming gites in a large fenced property of 2 HA with heated swimming pool (10x5m) secured by alarm. Park with trees and parking. The gîte La Châlet is fitted out above the garage with an independent entrance via a suspended terrace with garden furniture. It can accommodate 4 people.

This cottage flirtatious situated in a small hamlet will charm you in many ways. Completely renovated and decorated by Séverine, the Pierre Forte lodging combines the charm of the old with its exposed beams and stones while providing the modern comfort of a fully equipped lodging. The house consists of an equipped kitchen open to the living room with a convertible sofa, a bedroom with a double bed, a bathroom and a toilet. The exteriors offer true haven of peace: small private enclosed garden, summer kitchen, private pool (8X4mX1,35m depth secured by an integrated electric curtain) and hammam accessible all year round, spa (May to October), large wooded park, outdoor games, bikes… Sévérine, the owner, live on place but will be discreet during your stay The plus: -The charm and tranquillity of the place -high level services offered

Le Clos de Charroux welcomes you for a peaceful stay in a green setting surrounded by fields and forests. On the first floor of an old, fully-renovated Périgord farmhouse, the accommodation comprises a spacious living room with fully-equipped open kitchen, a lounge and dining area, 2 double bedrooms with new, high-quality bedding, a shower room with walk-in shower and separate toilet. In a cosy atmosphere, both sober and warm, all the fittings and decoration have been thought out and designed for your comfort and a relaxing stay. An 8,000 m² garden planted with trees and a large, bright terrace are at your disposal, complete with garden furniture and plancha. Access to the swimming pool is reserved for the exclusive use of guests during the day, and shared with the owners at the end of the day and at weekends.

Room of 175 m2, with stage and equipped kitchen (piano, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, cold room). Gas not supplied. Capacity: 200 people (without meals), 150 people (with meals).

Walnuts, walnut oil, apple juice. Farm sales by appointment

Discover waffles from Périgord, a lost tradition which has been revived at the mill. Before cooked in all chimneys by our grandmothers and great grandmothers, our waffles have been forgotten because so longer to produce and really fragile. We restarted production a few years ago. Do not hesitate to visit the mill form walnuts and hazelnuts oil, the ancient millstone, all tools for walnuts oil and flour fabrication and also the bakery conserved in the same condition since its closure in 1956 and sometimes continue its service. Discover antic millstones. NEW: come and try Gallo-Roman draft.

Discover waffles from Périgord, a lost tradition which has been revived at the mill. Before cooked in all chimneys by our grandmothers and great grandmothers, our waffles have been forgotten because so longer to produce and really fragile. We restarted production a few years ago. Do not hesitate to visit the mill form walnuts and hazelnuts oil, the ancient millstone, all tools for walnuts oil and flour fabrication and also the bakery conserved in the same condition since its closure in 1956 and sometimes continue its service. Discover antic millstones. NEW: come and try Gallo-Roman draft.

Cléophée cultivates medicinal plants and harvests wild edible plants. Her aim is to help people discover plants through food and workshops. To achieve this, Cléophée makes healthy food products for young and old alike! (Powders, infusions, condiments, etc.). Walks and workshops take place from spring onwards. You can find our products in local stores. For workshops and tours, please contact us by telephone.

Florian Pierresteguy welcomes you to his free-range chicken farm in the commune of Segonzac! La ferme d'Enea is a small, family-run operation that raises chicks and then sells ready-to-cook chickens, eggs and preserves. Visit the farm all year round by appointment, so don't hesitate to contact him to prepare your orders?

Pascal welcomes you for a visit to his farm where farm pigs are raised in the open air and transformed into tasty cold meats: ham, sausage, coppa, canned pâtés (with Espelette pepper or plain), grattons, scald, rinds, candied rinds, pâté de tête, pork feet in sauce, without forgetting the sausage and the boxes of meat (on order). Farm products are also for sale on cagette.net. The visit allows you to discover the farming methods and the transformation of the products followed by a tasting of the farm's specialties.

On the edge of the Salembre and a stone's throw from the Biscotterie La Chantéracoise, sunny picnic area (one table). A nice little corner located on the marked hiking trail "the walk of the three villages".

Discover the making of natural sourdough bread, kneaded by hand and cooked over a wood fire. Soizic and Marin welcome you to their beautiful bakery, bright and spacious, recently fitted out in an old barn. This couple of young bakers works there with passion for tasty, long-life bread with high nutritional value. They carefully select their raw materials and use organic flour produced locally. Traditional bread and sweet treats are made by hand. We want to taste everything: country bread, brown with seeds, raisin-hazelnut twist, small spelled, rye, buckwheat rice with seeds, brioche, almond crunch, gingerbread ... the range is tempting! Guided tour of the bakery from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Direct sales at the bakery on Tuesday and Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (remember to book!).

4 km from Neuvic Gare, this private castle in the Périgord Blanc, protected as an ISMH historical monument since 1991 for its 2,000 years of history, watches over the central crossroads of the Salembre valley from its strategic location. Established on an old Gallo-Roman villa, its construction spans from the 13th to the 20th century. It was successively inhabited by the Jay de Beaufort, Labaume de Forsac and then Saint-Astier families. Its medieval dyke on a Gallo-Roman foundation is the only monument in the Dordogne selected by the first Mission Bern 2018. Come and admire its 13th century knight's tower/dungeon, its Renaissance and later dwellings, its central staircase tower with its rare imperial roof, its galleries covering its entire facade, and its moats, part of a hydraulic system at the largest and unique origin in the Dordogne, elements of biodiversity and landscape markers.

At the heart of the newly renovated town, Marion and Mathieu serve traditional cuisine prepared mostly with fresh seasonal produce . Theme nights , group meals , birthdays ( homemade pastries ) . Open all year. Evenings and weekends by appointment. Examples of dishes : - Skewer aiguillettes so Thai duck - 1/2 cockerel stuffed with old - Cake 3 chocolates - Chou chantilly fresh red fruit For the children, it is the same menu that great , but half portion !

Aurore & Cyrille welcome you in a rustic frame to discover Perigord traditional cooking, with service on terrace in summer. Thema evenings all year long and big 'Mussels & French fries' party on the 3rd monday of August.

Situated in Planèze, Le Kayola welcome you in a convivial place. Local kitchen and plancha, on site or to takeaway. Organisation of your events: groups meal, birthdays (homemade cake). Specialities: - Homemade aperitif “Le Kayomiel” - Grilled shrimps and squid on plancha - Flambéed prawns - Foie gras and homemade pastries 2 air-conditioned room (40 persons + 30 persons), 1 terrace (30 person). The must: - Local quality-kitchen, homemade - Convivial welcome and takeaway service Culinary specialities: Traditional kitchen Places number: 70

In the heart of the city, opposite the market hall, this traditional restaurant offers French family cuisine, made from fresh produce. Cyril, in the kitchen, and Anaïs, in the dining room, have created a varied menu and invent a new menu every day. Family meals, workers' meals, themed evenings in winter. 2 rooms (capacity: 32 and 36 people), 1 terrace (capacity: 30). Examples of dishes: - Prime rib - Duck breast skewer - Hearty mixed salads - Omelets - Veal chop - Homemade crème brûlée The daily menu is announced on the restaurant's Facebook page, suggestions on the slate (wines and dishes).

At the foot of the steeple of the fortified church, in a refined and warm setting, combining contemporary furniture and stonework, La Palombière offers regional and gastronomic cuisine. Every day, on the blackboard, suggestions to discover according to the market and the inspiration of the chef ... Business or family meal, 2 rooms (capacity: 30/25) + 1 air-conditioned veranda (capacity: 20) + 1 shaded terrace (capacity: 50). Examples of dishes: - Salad Palombière - Sturgeon of Montpon - Veal sweetbreads with morels - Homemade duck foie gras Take away meals / gift card. Open all year round : - June to September: Tuesday to Sunday lunch. Free concerts in the square in July and August every Thursday evening. - October to May: lunch every day + Friday and Saturday for dinner.

Located in the heart of town, opposite the market hall, La Table du Marché welcomes you all year round. The chef and his wife offer creative, home-cooked bistronomic cuisine using local produce. The menu changes every month. Open all year round: Lunch: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday Evening: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 1 dining room (capacity: 30) and 1 terrace (capacity: 30) Sample dishes : Veal sweetbreads (chef's specialty) Lamb mouse with spicy jus 64° egg with Trappe d'Echourgnac and 2 Ours Triple beer Half squab stuffed with Périgord truffles Cod steak with walnut crumble and roasted figs The plus: tastefully decorated / open for lunch and dinner on Sundays and Mondays.

This address promises a high-flying gastronomic experience. The creations of Louis Festa, a talented young chef, honor local seasonal produce with finesse and originality. Choose the number of dishes you would like to enjoy, and let your eyes and taste buds marvel at the surprise meal: unique, creative plates, created according to the chef's inspiration, as part of a responsible approach to promoting local produce. Sample dishes : - Trout from St Astier aquaponie, mushroom foam from Chancelade and walnut oil from Moulin de la Veyssière - Chef's signature dish: Green lentils from Sainbiose farm in 3 textures - Malledent farm beef with Japanese barbecue, Chantérac garden celery, red wine jus - Garden figs, fig sorbet and honey cream from Claire Lamargot

Traditional restaurant - Open from Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and Friday evening. Reservation recommended.

On the banks of the Isle, in a warm and atypical setting, the Cilaos offers you an evolving cuisine respecting the seasonality of the products with a local supply. Come and discover the lunch formula, to everyone's taste, in a bucolic setting. In the evening, reserve yourself an exceptional moment in a welcoming and elegant atmosphere. Example of dishes: -the creamy egg, accompanied by a puree of Jerusalem artichokes, bacon, truffle and croutons. -fillet of red mullet in white butter, carrot puree with cumbava, gnocchi and baby spinach. -Paris-Brest revisited with milk chocolate, praline heart and Perigord nuts. Most : -The panoramic view of the Isle River - refined seasonal cuisine Culinary specialties: Gastronomic cooking New French cuisine

In the heart of the village, Pomme Dorée team welcomes you in a rustic frame, with tables on terrace on summer. Traditional cooking, pizza, fish and take-away. Specialities : Tournedos Rossini, Scallops cups with candied tomatoes, homemade tarte tatin. Child's menu.

This old house from the 16th century has been renovated in 2 cottages, great for family or friends. Possibility to rent just one of the 2 cottages. Beautiful view on the countryside and the village, 2 steps from the forest and hiking circuits. The 7-persons cottages: Kitchen, living-room with sofa and wooden stove, bathroom, WC. Bedroom 1: 1 140-bed Bedroom 2: 1 140-bed + 1 baby bed Bedroom 3: 2 90-bunk beds + 1 90-bed The 4/5-persons cottages of the tower: American kitchen, living-room with sofa. Bedroom 1: 1 140-bed Bedroom 2: 2 90-beds + 1 baby bed Arranged tower into living-room with sofa. Outside: Unenclosed land about 2000m2, court, terrace, bike shelter, swing, slides, children games, barbecue, garden lounge, loungers. The must: - An old house - Pretty point of view

Country house, Situated in a hamlet, it enjoys plenty of light from dawn to late afternoon. Open onto the meadows, it's an ideal place to recharge your batteries and indulge in idleness and daydreaming. Departing from the gîte, hiking trails invite you to stroll and discover typical villages. Just 300 m away, visit the Landry mill, where you can sample Nicolas's home-made waffles and taste his mill-pressed walnut and hazelnut oils. A little further afield, at the artisanal biscotterie "La CHANTERACOISE", you can enjoy various flavors of biscottes, freshly baked bread and other local products. The towns of Brantôme and Bourdeilles, the prehistoric sites of the Vézère valley (Les Eyzies, Le Bugue, Lascaux) and the vineyards of the Bergerac region are all within an hour's drive.

This family house, renovated from floor to ceiling, is an old typical farm of the white Périgord. Here, no more question of traditional polyculture but of leisure, relaxation and art of living. Located in a small and quiet village, it overlooks the beautiful valley of Salembre. From the sheltered terrace, facing south, the view is splendid. The house is composed of a living room with a large fireplace equipped with a wood stove, a kitchen, a storeroom, a shower room, 3 bedrooms (CH1 : 1 bed 140 / CH2 : 1 bed 140 / CH3 : 2 beds 90). Antique furniture is combined with modern decorative elements, creating a warm atmosphere At the front, the pleasant covered terrace communicates with a closed garden, well flowered, decorated with a banana tree and an old vine. At the back, the house has a second enclosed garden, shaded by fruit trees.

Pleasant old countryside house, renovated and decorated with care, in a picturesque hamlet, halfway between Saint-Astier and Ribérac. Kitchen, lounge (sofa bed 140), shower room, WC. CH 1: 1 140-bed (mezzanine) CH 2: 2 90-beds and 1 truckle bed

In a meadow near the forest a countryside independent house full-renovated. Situated in a quiet hamlet, the best place for green holidays. The house is composed of a living-room with sofa, wooden stove, board games, equipped kitchen, bathroom, WC and 3 bedrooms: Bedroom 1: 1 140-bed (floor) Bedroom 2: 1 140-bed + 1 baby bed (upstairs) Bedroom 3: 1 90-bed (upstairs) Outside a huge unenclosed land about 4000m2, enclosed garden about 150m2 with swing, bike loan, barbecue, garden lounge, loungers. The must: - Ideal place for great walks - Equipped house

This century-old residence, once the wheelwright's house, is located at the entrance of a pretty village built on Gallo-Roman ruins, at the crossroads of the Santiago de Compostela routes. Completely renovated in 2020 with natural materials, the house has all modern comforts and new high-end leisure equipment: private swimming pool, billiards, table football. The beautiful volumes, the stone paving and the lime paintings give charm to the house. It consists of a large living room with kitchen area, 3 bedrooms on the ground floor: CH1: 1 double bed with private bathroom, CH2: 1 double bed with private bathroom, CH3 : 1 bed 140 with private bathroom, 2 separate toilets. Upstairs: a mezzanine with living room, 2 bedrooms: CH4: 1 bed 140, CH5: 1 bed 140 + 2 beds 90, shower room with WC. The most: The proximity of the village, the bakery and the restaurant.

Charming, light-filled village house with private garden in the heart of the village. Lovely volumes, spacious bedrooms, tasteful decor, indoor and outdoor games, numerous books and a shady, flower-filled enclosed garden give the house an atmosphere conducive to relaxation. Ground floor: large entrance hall, lounge with fireplace and living room opening onto terrace and garden, spacious fitted kitchen, laundry room, toilet. First floor: CH 1: 1 bed 160 + large bathroom, CH2: 1 bed 140 + bathroom, CH3: 2 bunk beds + 90 cm pull-out bed and 1 2-seater sofa bed + bathroom. 1 separate toilet. All-inclusive price, beds made on arrival. The garden is equipped with deckchairs, a trampoline and a ping-pong table. Main access is from the street, with 2 private parking spaces in front of the house.

This friendly and comfortable family home, built on a green hill with a breathtaking view, is the ideal place to take a break in all seasons, to admire nature, the sunrise or the stars at nightfall. Between two visits of the architectural, cultural or gastronomic heritage of the Périgord, you will be able to refresh yourself or to lounge around the beautiful and large swimming pool. Situated on a 3 hectare plot of land, the house consists of a large living room, a kitchen, a bathroom, a toilet, a bedroom with a double bed and direct access to the west terrace. On the first floor there are 2 large bedrooms and toilets: one with a slightly sloping ceiling, furnished with a double bed, the second with a view of the swimming pool, equipped with two single beds that can be joined together. A private garden is also at your disposal. The pluses: the secure salt water swimming pool, the qua

Bed and breakfast with a nice decoration, built in the wing of a restored house, in the heart of a quiet hamlet situated at a 5-minutes drive from the center of Saint-Astier. 2 bedrooms with an independant access, a shared-bathroom, TV and a nice private terrace. The family room is 12 sq m large, with a double bed 140x200 ; the small adjoining room is 8 sq m large, with a bed 120. The rooms are never rented separately. Kitchen equipment is provided : kettle, coffee maker, electric hob, microwave and refrigerator.

Charming gites in a large fenced property of 2 HA with heated swimming pool (10x5m) secured by alarm. Park with trees and parking. The gîte La bergerie has recently been converted to accommodate 4 to 6 people. It combines the charm of stone and the comfort of renovation (double glazing, bay window, modern tiles...).