RCN Le Moulin de la Pique: Discover Belves and its treasures

A small detour is necessary to discover "the city with seven bell towers". At the top of a hill overlooking the green valley of the Nauze, its belvedere offers a vast panorama of the horizons of the Périgord Noir. Thanks to its strategic position, Belvès has had an eventful history. Several times besieged during the Hundred Years War and the Wars of Religion, the village abounds with many miraculously preserved remains. To discover its secrets, the tourist office will give you a free map of the town which will allow you to walk through the streets and alleys of the village.

From the village of Belves, one of the most beautiful villages in France, the city of seven steeples offers a vast panorama from the top of its belvedere. Belves gives to discover many vestiges of a tumultuous past, troglodytic dwellings, towers and bell towers of the medieval period, mansions and private hotels, an old market hall. To reach the gates of the city the vast forest of Bessède.

From Belvès, the relief deepens, the forest occupies the first part of the itinerary, then the views gradually open out over the Dordogne valley, which the path overlooks. After the ridge-top villages of Saint-Germain-de-Belvès and Cladech, the descent to the valley begins through cultivated fields, offering a beautiful panorama of the valley. A stop at the ?Croix de la Mission? before the village of Castelnaud gives you a bird?s-eye view of this part of the valley, where agriculture still plays a major role on the rich, fresh, sandy alluvial soil by the river.

Walk or hike in a village classified among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France". Known as the village of seven steeples, Belves has preserved in its walls many traces of the medieval period and its hospitality tradition. On the hiking trail outside the village, the hamlet of Capelou is home to one of the oldest pilgrimages in the Périgord, and the Béssède forest offers the hiker the shade of its chestnut trees.

Harrison Barker was an English traveller who wrote books about his experiences in the south of France. "Two Summers in Guyenne, chronicle of the wayside and waterside" tells of his travels in the Dordogne. This 4th stage will take you from Belvès to Cadouin, on the way you will admire the Capelou chapel and the church of Saint Pardoux de Belvès. You will cross the forest of Béssede and at the bend of a path, stop to contemplate the dolmen of Bonarme. In Urval, do not miss the bread oven, a rare vestige of feudal life. Continue on your way and before arriving in Paleyrac, cross the hamlet of the spirits, the black crosses drawn on the doors are traces of the last great plague. You have finally arrived at Cadouin, a village with golden houses clustered around a market hall in the central square.

A former pilgrimage route of 180 kilometers from the Périgord to Rocamadour, this magnificent route is now marked out, and allows you to cross the vineyards and hills of Bergerac in complete safety, before skirting the green Dordogne valley and its cliffs, to arrive in the valley of the Ouysse. A few kilometers after Belvès, you will cross the very pretty village of St Germain de Belvès then you will arrive at Cladech, end of this stage.

Starting from the village of St Germain de Belvès, you will discover the village fountains while admiring the nature of this preserved countryside.

Welcome to the loop of Urval Nord, this charming little village whose history is linked to its church. You will discover during the walk several hamlets which have kept the beautiful authenticity of the Périgord. At the end of the loop, don't hesitate to go and discover the church and the common oven.

Welcome to the loop of Urval Sud, this charming little village whose history is linked to its church. You will discover during the walk several hamlets which have kept the beautiful authenticity of the Périgord. At the end of the loop, don't hesitate to go and discover the church and the common oven.

Who can imagine that in the country of castles, villages and hamlets with white stones, a strange history took place from the end of the 19th century, which is still alive in our memories: that of coal mining, lime and brick making. On this peaceful circuit, accessible to all, fountains, pigeon lofts, and the remarkable village of Cladech, away from the hectic tourist life, all a forgotten life resounds. This beautiful little loop in 8 around the village of Cladech, passes through the villages of Merle, and Malvie. The mining adventure in Périgord is well there. It is also one of the stages of the journey in Dordogne of Harrison Barker, an English traveller of the 19th century, who wrote books to relate his experiences in contact with the populations of the south of France. "Two Summers in Guyenne, chronicle of the wayside and waterside".

4 stars detached house full of character in Belvès, one of the "Most Beautiful Village in France". Fenced ground: 1200m2. Panoramic view on the village and valley. Ground floor and first floor:240m2 of living space. 4 bedrooms with top quality beds. private parking and swimming pool (9x5m). Boules, swings, ping-pong. Well equipped: Dish-washer, washing-machine, dryer, freezer, satellite TV, video, DVD player, baby equipment. Central heating. Wifi.

Open all year round. Pretty building in the heart of Belvès, medieval village amongst the "most beautiful villages in France" in the Périgord Noir. 10 rooms, all very spacious (25m² to 60m²) and very quiet. Each has all the comforts for a pleasant stay: reversible air conditioning, bathroom with bath, separate toilet. Each room is unique! Some have a breathtaking view of the valley. Breakfast served in a cozy room or in the intimate garden on sunny days. Fresh and homemade products: pastries and breads from local bakeries, freshly squeezed orange juice, dairy from the nearby Péchalou farm, fresh fruit, etc will tickle your taste buds! lots of amenities close by: restaurants, and various shops. See you soon! Nathalie and Mathieu

When on holiday in the Périgord Noir, choose the hotel restaurant " Le Home de Belves". You will be at the very heart of the village. We guarantee a wonderful, peaceful and serene stay. On top of the newly renovated and comfortable rooms, enjoy our free parking nearby as well as our restaurant where traditional cuisine is in the spotlight. And we are close to major tourist sites. A great choice!

In Belvès, in the middle of the most prestigious sites of the Dordogne, detached house on a Manor estate. Everything you need for a very comfortable stay: the kitchen opens onto the sitting room, dish washer, fridge, freezer, washing machine. 1 bedroom with a double bed, shower room and separate toilets. Upstairs, 2 bunk beds and an extra single bed. The center of the village is 5 minutes walk away with shops, restaurants, and the local swimming pool is just next door! Boules, ping pong, swing. With family or friends, this is the perfect place to relax and enjoy all the various activities on offer.

Ravishing, recently renovated. Modern cooking, fresh/ local produces served by the fireplace in winter or on the shaded terrace with fabulous wisteria in the summer.

Ideal location at the heart of the Périgord Noir, with a direct access to the beach on the river bank. Small and Ideal for unforgettable holidays. Close to touristic sites. Half shaded grassy delimited pitches. Equipped Lodge tents, mobil-homes. Friendly and warm welcome, organized activities , fun guaranteed.

If you were dreaming of a lush, quiet environment with beautiful food and lovely walks, that's the place! The team will ensure you a perfect stay. Except in July and August, the restaurant is shut Tuesday and Wednesday lunchtimes.

The Domaine des Hauts de Marnac, a former 18th-century manor house with its original architectural and decorative features, outbuildings and large park, is ideally located in the heart of Périgord Noir. 3 charming guest rooms await you, offering the possibility of bouncing from bastide to wine cellar, from medieval castle to prehistoric cave, from bike ride to canoe trip, from listed village to cultural city, from gourmet market to producer's store,? and, in the evening, as Marnac drifts off to sleep, let yourself be absorbed by the summer night sky, listen to the silence of the unspoilt countryside, and let time pass slowly in the cool shade of the park's lime trees. A haven of peace and serenity, Les Hauts de Marnac awaits you for pleasant stays in a peaceful, harmonious and friendly atmosphere.

35 km south-west of Sarlat, Belvès is one of the most beautiful villages in France and the Black Perigord. At the top of a hill, the 11th century castrum is still very visible today with a town gate, the Auditeur tower (former keep) and the bell-tower-porch (15th century). The archbishop of Bordeaux was the temporal lord of the place for more than 500 years. The history is however eventful, between France and England, plague epidemics, .. The heritage of Belvès is important: troglodytic dwellings occupied from the 13th to the 18th centuries, the Château de Belvès (16th century), the church of Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption or Notre-Dame de Montcuq (13th century), the 15th-century market hall enlarged in the 16th century, a neo-gothic-style house built in 1882, the Consuls' house and the Tour des Filhols (11th century) in which the tourist office is located today.

Are you ready for a journey back in time ? In the heart of Belvès, you will explore 8 underground cave dwellings round the market place. Follow the guide for 45 min and experience the lifestyle of the poorest people who lived 19 feet underground, 800 years ago. Open from February to December. Check the opening times: sites-belves.com/les-troglos-de-belves/ Fun booklet for kids (5-14). 2 people minimum-18 maximum. Tickets for sale at the tourist office. Booking advised. Temperature between 13°C and 15°C.

What's not to love about discovering the secrets of this medieval town? As you stroll along, Julie, your guide, will reveal the history of this fortified village, taking you back in time... Guided tours in French every Thursday at 11.45am and 3.45pm. Tickets on sale at the Belvès Tourist Information Office. Prices : Adults - 5.50 ? Students - 4.50 ? Children - 3.50 ? Combined Troglos + Castrum ticket available Adults: 11 ? Student : 8.50 ? Children: 6.50 ?

The owners welcome you in their private castle where the most beautiful mural paintings realised in the 15th/16th c. were restored in 2010. Don’t miss the Italian Renaissance painting of«the nine worthies». Groups welcome. No dogs.

Gothic style building on the site of an old Benedictine monastery, with narthex supporting the bell tower (15th century); choir and chapels 13th century; Interior restoration work has enabled to update exceptional 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries century wall painting. Open every day. Do not hesitate to go in!

This old medieval mill, with its’ impressive machines is the witness to a glorious industrial past. Follow the different steps in the transformation from the raw wool to yarn, come to felt your wool and spin it with the spindle. Temporary exhibitions, felt and weaving during holidays. Specialized shop for wools and knitting workshop all year round. All info. On our website: www.agenda-aufildutemps.com

Our farm welcomes you and offers you its goat's milk products: lactic cheeses, tomme and jam. These cheeses are made according to ancestral methods. The milk used is produced by our 60 goats fed with the products of our 25 Ha of land. Come and visit our farm or meet us at the markets: Tuesday at Le Bugue, Friday at Le Buisson, Saturday at Belvès and Sunday at St-Cyprien. Dogs are not allowed.

At the heart of the village, facing the 15th c covered market, relax on the terrace in front of a traditional meal/a fresh fruit juice/a home-made ice-cream/pâtisserie.

Gourmet plates of high quality products from the South West of France, original, light and balanced cuisine. Shaded terrace, panoramic view of the countryside, peace and quiet.

Very nice terrace, bar and restaurant in front of the historic Market square of Belvès. The owner is the Chef: local specialities, brasserie. Good draft beer, excellent wine and ice cream.

Bar, tobacco, wagering games Musical Atmosphere/Concerts Tapas, burgers, rib of beef, duck magret

Bar, tobacco, wagering games Musical, family atmosphere, concerts in the summer pizza, meat

In the heart of Belvès, restaurant where hospitality and conviviality are waiting for you. Gourmet and hearty cuisine. Good quality/price ratio. Traditional cuisine, bistronomic cuisine, vegetarian cuisine. Ice creams, salads, meat.

At the heart of Belvès, the restaurant is an invitation to relax. Inside is a brasserie with a counter in the middle, and a modern restaurant. The terrace is covered by a virginia-creeper.Varied menus. You shall enjoy the local or more classical dishes at affordable price.

Hotel restaurant in the city centre of Belvès. You will be able to enjoy a cuisine with local flavours all year round. In spring and summer, you can relax on our shaded terrace. Several menus are proposed. Our menu changes with the seasons The restaurant is closed on Friday evenings and Sundays from mid-October to early April.

The gite is located in the Nauze Valley (a small river full of fish), surrounded by hiking trails in forests of hundred-year-old trees. The Patouly gite is an independent house, close to a house, which has three rooms for six people.

La Truffière is located in the Périgord Noir region, overlooking the medieval village of Belvès, between Monpazier (16 kms) and Beynac (22 kms), and 32 kms from Sarlat. The gîte is located in the right wing of a large stone building with independent entrance and parking. The left wing is reserved for the owner. Ground floor: kitchen opening onto a large living room, WC. 1st floor: 3 bedrooms, one with terrace, shower room and WC. 2nd floor: 1 attic bedroom. Outside, enjoy a large terrace with electric awning and garden furniture, or relax in the pool with pool-house and garden furniture. Wifi access.

Close to a village with a rich medieval heritage, idyllic setting from the 18th c. Fabulous site for water lovers.: 4 swimming pools, a lake of 5500m2 ideal for fishing. Many activities for all. Heated and covered swimmingpool.

4 stars detached house full of character in Belvès, one of the "Most Beautiful Village in France". Fenced ground: 1200m2. Panoramic view on the village and valley. Ground floor and first floor:240m2 of living space. 4 bedrooms with top quality beds. private parking and swimming pool (9x5m). Boules, swings, ping-pong. Well equipped: Dish-washer, washing-machine, dryer, freezer, satellite TV, video, DVD player, baby equipment. Central heating. Wifi.

Ideally situated in the heart of medieval village.2 apartments in 17thc townhouse: self-contained separate bedroom/ bathroom/living-dining-kitchen area with sofa bed

Our house served as the gateway to the village of Belvès in the 13th century. Both of our stylish guest rooms have luxurious, private shower rooms. The large, cool Pécharmant room (queen size bed) offers stunning views of the beautiful Dordogne countryside. The smaller, sunny Rosette room (double bed) gives onto the medieval village. On the ground floor, our cheese and wine bar will help you make the most of this special corner of France. Free parking 100m away.

5 very confortable bedrooms in the medieval village of Belvès. TV, WIFI. Welcoming tray with kettle. Possibility for families x6 people to have communicating 2 bedrooms (with a baby cot)

Open all year round. Pretty building in the heart of Belvès, medieval village amongst the "most beautiful villages in France" in the Périgord Noir. 10 rooms, all very spacious (25m² to 60m²) and very quiet. Each has all the comforts for a pleasant stay: reversible air conditioning, bathroom with bath, separate toilet. Each room is unique! Some have a breathtaking view of the valley. Breakfast served in a cozy room or in the intimate garden on sunny days. Fresh and homemade products: pastries and breads from local bakeries, freshly squeezed orange juice, dairy from the nearby Péchalou farm, fresh fruit, etc will tickle your taste buds! lots of amenities close by: restaurants, and various shops. See you soon! Nathalie and Mathieu

This stone building, a former mill in the Nauze valley, is the ideal place for a successful vacation! Situated at the foot of the medieval village of Belvès, classified as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France", you'll find all the local shops less than 5 minutes from the gîte. It's also the ideal starting point for discovering the many treasures of the Périgord Noir and its capital SARLAT, 32 kms away. On your return, enjoy a relaxing moment by the pool, with the murmur of the Nauze waterfalls in the background. Charm, tranquility and authenticity are the watchwords of Le Moulin de Gamot. Apartment for 6 people, with kitchen/living area, 3 bedrooms, 2 shower rooms and 2 WCs. Wifi access.

Ground floor studio with garden and private parking in the heart of Belvès. Sleeps 2-4 people. Large studio of 46m², very bright, completely renovated, 2 double beds, equipped kitchen with dining area, bathroom (large shower and towel dryer), separate toilet, TV, DVD, Wi-fi internet access. Outside: bbq, garden furniture. 2 min walk from the centre and 50m from the municipal swimming pool.