Uncover wonders around Camping Le Ceou

By the loop of Castelnaud to go up in the village, classified "Most beautiful villages of France" while following the direction "castle ecomuseum". Clinging to the cliffside overhanging the confluence of the Dordogne and Céou, the castle of Castelnaud and its Périgord houses are terraced along the steep streets.

The crossing of one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France in the Dordogne, by the castral village of Castelnaud and its stone streets let you admire the view on the Dordogne and the surrounding castles. Located at the confluence of the Dordogne and Céou rivers, the agricultural valley covered with walnut trees characterizes the richness of this territory.

Stroll from the banks of the Dordogne to the viewpoint of the mission cross, crossing the village of Castelnaud dominated by its castle.

This 25 km cycle route is perfect for cycling peacefully. Cycling on small roads and paths between Castelnaud La Chapelle and the Abbey Nouvelle in the Lot, it will take you through a valley which benefits from a very mild climate, hence the Mediterranean vegetation on its hillsides. Castelnaud La Chapelle is listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France with a castle overlooking the river Dordogne. It was converted into a War Museum in the Middle Ages. If you go for a stroll, you will also see there is a museum dedicated to the famous walnut of the Périgord. There is an interesting statue representing a ""gabarrier"" (the driver of those special riverboat) on the riverside.

Castelnaud la Chapelle, classified as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France", dominates the confluence of the Dordogne and Céou rivers. Its terraced layout, which can be climbed along the steep little streets, offers an exceptional wealth of heritage. Abandoned during the Revolution, the Château de Castelnaud was used as a stone quarry in the 19th century, before its classification as a Historic Monument prevented it from falling into ruin in 1996. After major restoration campaigns, it once again stands above the valley, offering a panoramic view of the villages of Beynac-et-Cazenac and La Roque-Gageac. It houses the Museum of War in the Middle Ages. Agriculture, crafts, shops, the richness of the associative life, the green vegetation of the site, ideal starting point of many walks or canoeing along the Dordogne, ensure its reputation.

The Dordogne valley expresses a strong continuity, without any breaks, along its course, highlighting the many astonishing places that line it. In addition to the "natural" compositions, it is often the hand of man that has created the renowned sites of this valley. A number of castles and villages blend remarkably well with their surroundings, highlighting some of the valley?s must-see sites: Domme on a promontory, the Château de Beynac overlooking the valley, La Roque-Gageac between cliff and river... The landscape bears open-air didactic witness to its history. Elsewhere, villages have sprung up along the valley, a corridor for easy communication, at the foot of the slopes but not far from the water, each with its own particularity and charm.

The Dordogne river is born in the Puy de Sancy by the confluence of the torrents of the Dore and the Dogne. After crossing the Massif Central, the Corrèze and part of the Lot, it enters the Périgord and meets limestone soils that it will notch, bypass to form its famous cingles (loops), or find other passages and form dead arms, the "couasnes" valued for fishing. The holm oaks border the top of the sometimes steep cliffs. Having served for a long time as an axis of circulation between the Corrèze and the Gironde, the river allows today various nautical activities of leisure, while preserving its natural framework, the river being classified as "World Reserve of Biosphere" by UNESCO.

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. For this 8th stage, further upstream from the Dordogne, you will pass by the church of Cenac, an ancient priory built in 1090, where you will admire the sculpted niches and modillions. Domme is just a stone's throw away, at the top of a rocky spur overlooking the Dordogne. This bastide, built in 1281 by the French king Philippe III le hardi, has a defensive system that has been preserved. The ramparts are still in place as well as the three doors giving access to the city. The door of the Towers is the most visited because of the graffiti left by imprisoned Templars.

In the sandstone of this hike, around the heritage, the flora and fauna, you will discover panoramas on different hamlets and castles and in the background, the Dordogne Valley with the Bastide of Domme...

Cénac-et-Saint-Julien, the starting point of this hike, is located below the famous bastide of Domme, on the banks of the Dordogne river. Following the river along the cliffs called "pendoilles", you will reach La Roque-Gageac and Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, villages labelled among the "Most beautiful villages of France".

Family run campsite situated in the heart of the valleys of the Dordogne and Céou. Near the most beautiful sites of the Perigord. Calm, friendly and comfortable.

Le Daguet is in the most attractive park with a stunning panoramic viw overlooking the Céou valley. Well defined and well equipped pitches. Sporty, fun holiday guaranteed.

4 star campsite where everyone makes sure you have a fabulous holiday in the Périgord Noir. At the heart of a lush valley between the Dordogne and Céou, nature lovers who enjoy authentic outdoor activities will be in heaven . Spacious pitches, modern mobile homes and well equipped tents. The estate is big: 6 ha /15 acres with a 16th century water mill. No doubt you'll enjoy eating in our restaurant, having a taste of the local traditionnal food or try one of our varied menus. Everyone will enjoy the heated water park: covered swimming pool, spa, 3 water slides, paddling pool and a fun aquatic play area. And if you 'd rather swim in the river, the campsite has a direct access to the Céou. You are in one of the most beautiful regions in France, filled with history.

" Slow Village" is the new name for the former campsite "Bel Ombrage". 20 minutes south of Sarlat, surrounded by chestnut trees to give you some shade and on the edge of the Céou. You will love this bucolic refuge at the heart of the Périgord Noir. Charming, a true little paradise. A 100% "Slow holiday" in the middle of an unspoilt landscape

At Les Cascades campsite, come and recharge your batteries, you will appreciate its calm, its spacious and shady pitches, the modernity of its sanitary facilities. The river "Céou" and its swimming pools will delight young and old. Situated on the edge of the Céou valley's greenway, in the heart of the Périgord Noir, the activities and visits in the surrounding area will make your stay an enchantment.

Welcome to Les Roulottes Pomponnaises, an atypical accommodation in a pleasant, leafy area overlooking St-Pompon. This dynamic little country village is located slightly off the well-beaten tourist thoroughfares of the Dordogne, Vézère and Céou valleys. Our 3 gypsy caravans are set up in a tranquil bucolic setting, in the utmost respect for the environment, giving you easy access to several villages listed as the 'Most Beautiful Villages of France': Beynac, Castelnaud, Belvès, Domme and La Roque-Gageac! The medieval city of Sarlat is just a few km from here. Our gypsy caravans are each equipped with : -1 large alcove bed, 1 seat/bed + 1 collapsible seat bed, high-quality bedding provided -Shower room with sink, shower and WC -Kitchenette fully equipped with tableware for 5 people, refrigerator with freezer compartment, two hotplates, coffee machine and electric kettle -Electric heating

Lovely campsite, 10km from Sarlat and close to all the major tourist sites! Spacious pitches (100m2), well defined and shaded. Some by the river banks with a private access. Mobile homes and tents. Heated renovated pool. Restaurant, bar, little grocery and bread. Heated sanitary facilities, playground for children, free Wifi. An ideal green spot to relax!

The Simon gite is an eighteenth century house, in the heart of the Périgord Noir, which offers all modern comforts. The gite is an adjoining house to a second home which has four bedrooms for eight people.

Blue hot-air balloons decorated with birds take you on an unforgettable journey over the most beautiful sites of the Périgord Noir. The flight takes off from the foot of the castles of Castelnaud, Beynac, Monrecour or the gardens of Marqueyssac. The hilly landscapes, the colours of the Dordogne and the medieval architecture can be contemplated gently at dawn or shortly before sunset. The experienced and passionate team shares with great pleasure their historical knowledge of the areas they fly over.

Listed as a Historical Monument in 1966, Castelnaud castle overlooks the Dordogne valley and has a great view over the château and village of Beynac to the north and the hanging gardens of Marqueyssac opposite in the curve of the river. Owned by the Rossillon family, the château built from the 12th to the 15th centuries has had three major renovation works which now make it one of the most visited sites in Périgord Noir. Completely devoted to the art of war in the Middle Ages, this fortified castle is a children’s dream come true: Powerful keep, machicolation, reconstructions of large-scale war missiles and a significant collection of weapons and armour in the Museum of War in the Middle Ages. There are various events on throughout the year: Try on a suit of armour, watch a trebuchet demonstration or experience another era with a night-time dramatised visit (in summer).

The gallery museum "es la verdad" presents a collection of Jean Lurçat tapestries including the unique piece of 3 meters high by 6,50 meters long, entitled "es la verdad"

In the heart of the Black Perigord, go to Saint-Cybranet to discover the Albarède gardens, labelled "remarkable garden". There, on the left bank of the Dordogne, Serge and Brigitte Lapouge have set themselves a challenge: to bring back to life a seemingly barren land. And they succeeded! Perennials, wild flowers and old roses bloom freely amidst the old stones. Start your walk around the pond where aromatic and medicinal plants distil their fragrances. Walk through the English garden to reach the flowered vegetable garden with old varieties grown organically. The orchard presents a collection of the best apples of the Black Perigord, while the strange shapes of the wild boxwood garden evolve over time. Take the old vineyard path with its panoramic view of the Céou valley and take a break opposite the listed site of the Rochers du Conte.

Located in the heart of the Black Perigord and in the Dordogne valley, the Château de Lacoste, on its promontory, offers an exceptional panorama of the castles of Beynac and Castelnaud. This 18th century castle, with its rose garden and its chapel, has kept its family character and exudes a tranquillity that leaves us under the charm of the landscape .. In its romantic setting, it gives the visitor a feeling of serenity..

We produce various types of honey (spring honey, acacia honey, chestnut honey, forest honey, lime tree honey, honeydew honey and sunflower honey), all of which come from the melliferous diversity of the Périgord, and we raise beef cattle. We also produce nuts Sale at the farm by appointment.

Saint-Michel-Archange Church of Castelnaud-la-Chapelle. The church is built at the foot of the castle of Castelnaud-la-Chapelle. The church’s steeple-wall deserves special attention: it has a rectangular gable and has two semi-circular bays. A strip separates the lower register from the upper register. The church is dedicated to Saint Michael, head of the heavenly militia in the Old Testament. He is the one who chased the angel Lucifer and fought the Dragon of the Apocalypse. The building was first founded as an archpriesthood.

Visit the truffle farm with the owner and his dog. Bio, truffles, walnuts products and mushrooms on sale. Twinned ticket with walnut. Museum possible.

During your visit, you’ll discover the origins, the history, the work and the culture of the walnut of our region. Our master miller will unveil some secrets of the making of the nut oil that you will taste straight from the press. Discovery stroll in the walnut orchard covering the local fauna and flora. Shop open all year. New: guided tour of the truffle plantation of the domaine de Vielcroze.

Castelnaud overhangs the confluence between the Dordogne and the Céou rivers in an exceptional landscape. It has 2 castles:a medieval castle, Museum of War in Middle Age as well as the Milandes castle, former property of Joséphine Baker.

Listed as a Historical Monument in 1966, Castelnaud castle overlooks the Dordogne valley and has a great view over the château and village of Beynac to the north and the hanging gardens of Marqueyssac opposite in the curve of the river. Owned by the Rossillon family, the château built from the 12th to the 15th centuries has had three major renovation works which now make it one of the most visited sites in Périgord Noir. Completely devoted to the art of war in the Middle Ages, this fortified castle is a children’s dream come true: Powerful keep, machicolation, reconstructions of large-scale war missiles and a significant collection of weapons and armour in the Museum of War in the Middle Ages. There are various events on throughout the year: Try on a suit of armour, watch a trebuchet demonstration or experience another era with a night-time dramatised visit (in summer).

In this traditional village of the Périgord Noir, children will discover the life of the peasants of yesteryear through a discovery itinerary. From the earth to the plate, from the stone to the thatched cottage, from the fountain to the glass, popular traditions will hold no secrets for them. From our duty to remember to the joy of knowing, the children will return enchanted by this escapade into history... At the end of the walk, the children will answer a questionnaire in teams. A gift will reward each of them.

Restaurant - Pizzeria In the heart of the Céou Valley, in a pleasant setting, come and discover our authentic homemade pizzas and Périgordine specialities, on the spot or to take away. Open from 01/04 to 30/09. Speciality of truffle dishes from 15/05 to 15/08. Reservation recommended.

Bar-Tobac-Restaurant located in the heart of the Périgord Noir. Les Terrasses du Céou welcomes you all year round. Closed on Sundays in low season. Traditional cuisine and Italian specialities. Menu from 17 to 25€. Menu of the day during the week 12€. Outdoor terrace.

Bar-restaurant. Traditionnal cooking, menus of the day, special deals.

Close to the river Dordogne with a view over the castle of Castelnaud, come and taste our specialities from the Basque Country. Tapas menu starting at 20€. Or “à la carte”: grilled mussels, grilled beaf cutlet…or traditional Périgourdin menu for 19,50€.Very nice terrace. Booking advised.

At the foot of the castle of Castelnaud, panoramic terrace with a view of the castle, the Dordogne valley and the Céou. Buckwheat pancakes, salads, ice creams and dishes according to season. Open from Easter to All Saints' Day.

The chef Bruno Marien proposes seasonal menus, everything is "home made" here! Lunch formula from 13,50€ Evening gastronomic menu from 20,00€ + small card Restaurant in the old village school, panoramic view of the castle. Open every day in July-August Off season closed on Sunday evening and Wednesday.

2 passionnate chefs in a unique environment for a wonderful moment. Fresh seasonal, homemade and local Périgourdin ingredients selected for their quality. Warm welcome guaranteed.

Delicious and creative cooking favouring local and seasonal produces. The Michelin guide gave it 2 forks for being a very good small restaurant. It also figures in many guides and has been recognized as “Master chef”. Open from 12.00 to 1.45 and 7.00 to 9.00pm.

Family Hotel at Cénac, on the approach of Domme. Bedrooms with onsuite bathrooms, equiped with HD TV. Traditional french cooking with bar menu. Closed in january.

New bistro in a converted smithy in the lovely village of St Pompon . Monday to Friday, workers’ menu at lunchtime with fresh seasonal ingredients. Outside terrace open on sunny days.

Stay in one of the 5 comfortable and well equipped 2* houses, with private garden, internet, large swimming pool, playground, ping pong...lots of spots for relaxing, and close to a leisure site. 20 hectares family estate overlooking the Céou valley and facing the bastide village of Domme. The place to be to relax and discover the area: its castles, magnificent historical villages, prehistoric sites, all in the most gorgeous environment .

Montalieuhaut, my hundred-year-old family estate, welcomes you. It overlooks the beautiful Céou valley, facing the bastide town of Domme and the Peyruzel castle, in the landscape. You will stay in the middle of greenery, in a house, independent and comfortable, with washing machine, dishwasher, oven, microwave, gas hob, internet by Wi-Fi; You can combine your desires of well-being (large swimming pool, table tennis, playgrounds, hiking trails...)....), not far from the shops and the leisure centre of Castelnaud (canoeing, tennis, horse riding, climbing, caving...), discover famous sites (castles, prehistoric caves, Bastides) and taste traditional quality cuisine in this typical setting. Possibility of bed and breakfast. Reception of small groups and associations, recognized farm-inn.

Montalieuhaut, my hundred-year-old family estate, welcomes you. It overlooks the beautiful Céou valley, facing the bastide town of Domme and the Peyruzel castle, in the landscape. You will stay in the middle of greenery, in a house, independent and comfortable, with washing machine, dishwasher, oven, microwave, gas hob, internet by Wi-Fi; You can combine your desires of well-being (large swimming pool, table tennis, playgrounds, hiking trails...)....), not far from the shops and the leisure centre of Castelnaud (canoeing, tennis, horse riding, climbing, caving...), discover famous sites (castles, prehistoric caves, Bastides) and taste traditional quality cuisine in this typical setting. Possibility of bed and breakfast. Reception of small groups and associations, recognized farm-inn.

Montalieuhaut, my hundred-year-old family estate, welcomes you. It overlooks the beautiful Céou valley, facing the bastide town of Domme and the Peyruzel castle, in the landscape. You will stay in the middle of greenery, in a house, independent and comfortable, with washing machine, dishwasher, oven, microwave, gas hob, internet by Wi-Fi; You can combine your desires of well-being (large swimming pool, table tennis, playgrounds, hiking trails...)....), not far from the shops and the leisure centre of Castelnaud (canoeing, tennis, horse riding, climbing, caving...), discover famous sites (castles, prehistoric caves, Bastides) and taste traditional quality cuisine in this typical setting. Possibility of bed and breakfast. Reception of small groups and associations, recognized farm-inn.

Montalieuhaut, my hundred-year-old family estate, welcomes you. It overlooks the beautiful Céou valley, facing the bastide town of Domme and the Peyruzel castle, in the landscape. You will stay in the middle of greenery, in a house, independent and comfortable, with washing machine, dishwasher, oven, microwave, gas hob, internet by Wi-Fi; You can combine your desires of well-being (large swimming pool, table tennis, playgrounds, hiking trails...)....), not far from the shops and the leisure centre of Castelnaud (canoeing, tennis, horse riding, climbing, caving...), discover famous sites (castles, prehistoric caves, Bastides) and taste traditional quality cuisine in this typical setting. Possibility of bed and breakfast. Reception of small groups and associations, recognized farm-inn.

Families and groups welcome! Bed and breakfast and comfortable cottages in a 100 year old family estate, overlooking the Céou valley and facing the bastide village of Domme. Stunning location close to all major tourist sites: the castle of Castelnaud, Beynac, the bastide villages of Domme and Monpazier, gardens, many historical villages. Enjoy the large swimming pool, playground in the park and walking trails. Possibility to eat on the premises.

2 bedrooms with 3 beds, shower room and private WC and 2 bedrooms with 2 beds, shower room and private WC. 15 km south of Sarlat. Quiet situation between Domme, Castelnaud, Daglan. All rooms: private terrace, independent entrance, panoramic view on the valley and swimming pool. Table d'hôtes from 17,5 to 25€. Open from 01/04 to 01/10.

MI for 6-7 pers. with raised floor leading to a large covered and enclosed terrace, large courtyard with portico and barbecue. Rustic living room, fully equipped kitchen: fridge/freezer, LV, MO, TV, etc..., 3 bedrooms with 4 L140 and 1 LBB. SB with shower, bath and LL and WCS. Cellar. Standard infinity pool 12x6m to share.

MI perigourdine for 10 pers. : 2 kitchens, 2 living rooms, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms + 2 toilets. TV. Enclosed courtyard with garden furniture and barbecues. Suitable for 2 households together. Opposite, old barn converted into a large games room with ping-pong table. Fenced swimming pool 200m (12x6m) to share.

Pleasant holiday cottage located in a haven of peace, 18 km south of Sarlat. Terrace with garden furniture and view of the surrounding countryside. Coquettably furnished and located in a typical Périgord house full of charm, overlooking the slopes of the Céou Valley. • ground floor : - an equipped kitchen and its dining area (20 m²) with direct exit to the terrace • upstairs : - a mezzanine (9 m²) with sofa - a bathroom with WC - a bedroom (13 m²) with 1 double bed 180 (2 mattresses 90 pushed together)