Discover Rives with Yelloh Village Château de Fonrives

At a short distance from the Périgord, tourist activity is very present with the campsites Fonrives and Bergougne and the guest houses at Ricard.

In a landscape of mixed farming combining fattened duck breeding from the South-West, plum and hazelnut orchards, cereal fields and meadows where horses and Blondes d'Aquitaine graze, you will drive from Villeréal to the villages. Between gourmet stops in the farms or curious stops at the bird observatory of the Brayssou lake, you will discover Romanesque churches, castles, pigeon lofts but also an unusual heritage: stacked houses and brassieres houses.

Starting in one of the most remarkable bastides in the valley of the river Dropt, which has kept its market hall and its square with arcades, this track climbs up the ‘Pech de Parisot’ (hill of Parisot) before continuing along the river. Land'Art, a nature exhibition: the association Campagn'Art aims to promote the idea of nature in contemporary art. Deriving from the Land'Art movement, it gives artists the opportunity to express their vision of the landscape, in whatever art form ; nature is becoming their workshop. The sculpture, resulting from this process, is not an autonomous object but is part of nature around the sculpture.

Also called the ‘Bastide du Cheval’ (the bastide of the horses), the old village Villeréal, famous for its heritage dating from the Middle Ages, has a national stud farm and a training school for horse trades.

Discover the nature and heritage of Sainte Sabine Born through this 3km hiking loop. You will discover the stacked house of Sainte Sabine Born: real architectural curiosities, these houses built in wood have a rectangular plan and are equipped with a chimney.

The ruins of the Pincanelle Mill are still visible from the road. Less than a century ago, four grain mills were still operating on the Bournègue stream. The Périgourdine type of architecture can be seen throughout the walk with particular flat tile roofs that can be seen on the farms, barns and stables... In the hamlet of "Caillauds", an old stacked house can be seen from the crossroads, arriving from "Fonvive". It can be found in the neighbouring commune of Ste-Sabine-de-Born. This atypical architecture is present in the south of the Périgord and the north of the Agenais.

This short walk crosses wooded areas with palombières (the huts in the trees from where the palombe hunters shoot). Be careful, respect the instructions of the hunters, or avoid going there from the 1st of October till the 15th of November.

This walk crosses plum orchards and woods on the little accentuated hillsides, that dominate the valley of the river Dropt and the bastide of Villeréal.

Do not forget your binoculars for this walk on the banks of the lake Brayssou, where you can observe mallards, teals or whistling ducks from a shelter set up by the federation of hunters.

From the church Sainte Madeleine, this walk climbs into the hamlet of Montaut-le-Jeune. The church of Bournel, which dates from the 12th and 14th century, is nestled at the foot of a wooded hill. It is surmounted by an original 15th century bell tower which consists of an assembly of wooden beams on the outside of the square tower, in which the dome is situated. A chapel is dedicated to Saint-Roch and Sainte-Madeleine, patrons of pilgrims. At the top of the portal, a figure wears a large hat with shells. In addition to this place of contemplation, you will have many beautiful views and you can enjoy the traditional rural heritage, like farms and dovecotes.

1.5 km from Villeréal, a dynamic bastide classified as one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France, put down your luggage and come and enjoy a rejuvenating stay in this spacious house with its large grounds, private swimming pool and pond. The gîte can accommodate from 6 to 12 people, so you can easily adapt it to the profile of your group. Whether you're with family or friends, you'll love its bucolic setting in the heart of the rolling countryside of the Lot et Garonne, at the gateway to the neighbouring Dordogne. It's the ideal place to combine idleness with outings to discover bastides, châteaux and other wonders. In Villeréal you'll find all the shops and services you need for everyday life, not forgetting the Saturday morning market, which is always well-stocked and lively. We're looking forward to welcome you!

In the south-west of France, in the Upper-Agenais Périgord region, close to Dordogne, ideally located as a departure point to discover the numerous tourist attractions and cultural activities, fine eating and sports available in 2 neighbouring « départements », Lot-et-Garonne and Dordogne, the Périgourdine des Oliviers du Pape guest house, a large independent traditional country house, welcomes families and groups.

This large detached stone and half-timbered house, the result of the restoration of a farm, is located 3 km from Villeréal, ranked as one of France's Most Beautiful Villages and 3rd in the 2024 edition of the TV programme Le Village Préféré des Français. Set in a 5-hectare property with a private pond, it enjoys magnificent views and rural surroundings. The house is within easy reach of many tourist, cultural and gastronomic sites, punctuated by local entertainment typical of rural life. An ideal spot for a peaceful, relaxing, friendly and sporting holiday in a region with many assets. Our website will give you more detailed and illustrated information about the area.

Old restored character house with living rooms on the first floor (can be adapted for 12 people in very high season). Close to many bastides such as Villeréal and the tourist sites of the Dordogne, it also offers you moments of relaxation on site with its private swimming pool. Surface area: 200m². 4 bedrooms: 1x80cm, 1x140cm + 1x90cm, 2x90cm and 1x140cm. Sheets provided. 2 shower rooms, 2 toilets. Kitchen: microwave, dishwasher, washing machine. Living room : TV. DVD player. Sofas. Internet access. Fuel central heating, fireplace. 2 terraces including 1 balcony terrace. Private garden 3000m². Private fenced pool 6mx12m, with alarm (open from June to September). Children's swing set, table tennis. Parking. Fishing. Bicycle shed, horse riding facilities. In very high season, the capacity can be increased to 12 people with the additional use of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 1 toilet.

This holiday rental is tastefully furnished in a characteristic house in Périgord style. A quiet gîte surrounded by cereal crops. The house has its own entrance, an independent enclosed private garden and a playground. Inside you will find all the comfort and equipment to have a relaxing holiday. At 500 m, Villeréal 13th century bastide, one of the most beautiful villages in France with shops, services and entertainment, pond fishing and river Dropt on our property. At 500 m you will find Villeréal, a bastide from the 13th century and one of the most beautiful villages in France, with shops and services. Furthermore, you have the necessary entertainment in the area and you can fish in the fishing pond and in the river Dropt, on our own property. At 5 km you have two lakes of 65 ha for fishing, protection of fauna and flora, with a bird observatory. There are many marked trails.

This holiday rental is situated in a characteristic house in Périgourdine style, with the possibility to receive from 2 to 9 people (modular capacity). It has the gîte Le Noyer next door. Each gîte has its own entrance, an independent enclosed and private garden and play area. At 500 m, Villeréal 13th century bastide, one of the most beautiful villages in France with shops, services and entertainment, pond fishing and river Dropt on our property. At 500 m you will find Villeréal, a bastide from the 13th century and one of the most beautiful villages in France, with shops and services. Furthermore, you have the necessary entertainment in the area and you can fish in the fishing pond and in the river Dropt, on our own property. At 5 km you have two lakes of 65 ha for fishing, protection of fauna and flora, with a bird observatory. There are many marked trails.

In a rural setting along a small country road surrounded by fields, this delightful holiday home offers plenty of charms : pretty windows, a log burning fire and a handsome range cooker are just some of the traditional features in the inviting living and dining rooms. Four pretty bedrooms allow plenty of space for a family or a group of friends. The bucolic outdoor spaces and swimming pool (open from May to October) will delight young and old alike. The historic bastide town of Villeréal is just 3 km away with its picturesque square and 14th century market hall and is classified as "Plus Beaux Villages de France" as well as Monpazier and Monflanquin that can be easily reached in under 20 minutes by car. Awarded third in the french TV program "Le Village Préféré des Français", Villeréal is definitely worth a visit.

Welcome to "La Damiche" in my guest house, you will be welcomed in a house of character located about 2 km from the royal bastide town of Villeréal and close to the Dordogne area. In this place, you will find calm and serenity in the middle of a countryside rich in discoveries and will be accommodated in a suite with independent access (1x160, 2x90 which can be transformed into 1 bed of 180). Baby bed available on request. Shower room with Italian shower and separate WC. WIFI. Private terrace. Sheltered car park. 3 terraces with a zen atmosphere. Swimming pool 10 m x 5 m with solar shower, sun loungers and towels provided.

This ancient cloister will charm you, between garden and flowered loggia. Right in the centre of the bastide of Villeréal, nestled in a green setting, you will find the "Maison Bleue". As you enter its corridor paved with period cement tiles, you will reach the inner courtyard where a magnificent fountain is located. Turn around and admire the beautiful loggia through which you will access your rooms (5 rooms with luxurious comfort await you). The garden with its swimming pool is a haven of tranquillity amidst the hustle and bustle that this small tourist village can experience during the summer. The small chapel located in the garden, next to the swimming pool, has just been transformed into a room for 2 people. The Maison Bleue has been restored respecting the history of the place, with a few details in line with current tendances.

Station bees offers you the rental of electric bikes for adults and children (road, mountain bikes, trailers, follower bikes, child seats) but also bikes adapted to handicaps, organisation of themed outings, itinerant stays.

Just 1 km north of Villeréal, discover the Saint-Pierre church in Rives This former chapel of a Benedictine priory depended on the Abbey of Aurillac. Used as a fortress, this priory was demolished along with the church during the first Wars of Religion. The chapel of the priory became a parish church. Only the large apse and the apsidiole on the right, dating from the 12th century, remain. The church has three naves and ends with a bell tower-wall with triangular gable. Only two large capitals remain from the old nave: one decorated with interlacing has been set in above the church door and the other, placed in the church, shows two monks in robes and cloaks in two corded arcades. On the outside, some fragments of sculptures from a building dating back perhaps to the early Middle Ages were used in this construction.

5 km from Villeréal, a 13th-century fortified town famous for its multi-storey market hall and fortified church, stop off in the small village of Mazières, which joined the commune of Naresse in the early 19th century. This village in the Dropt valley has undertaken the restoration of the church of Saint-Barthélémy, which was closed for a long time due to water seeping through the roof. Since 2008, you've been able to rediscover this 15th-century edifice built on much older foundations. Surrounded by orchards, the church welcomes you with its bell tower and two bells. As you enter, you are sure to marvel at the deep blue 19th-century starry sky that adorns the nave, choir and chapel. It's an unusual decoration in Lot-et-Garonne, remarkable for its homogeneity and extent. The commune has also restored the stained glass windows.

Ferme des Fayards specializes in fattened geese. They are raised in the open air and fed with cereals grown on the farm. Come and discover our farm and our products. You'll find goose foie gras and other Haut Agenais-Périgord specialities in our store and at local markets.

In the gentle valley of the Dropt, Villeréal is a royal bastide founded in the 13th century by Alphonse de Poitiers, Count of Toulouse, brother and feudal lord of King Louis IX (known as Saint-Louis). On the central square, the highlight of the visit is without a doubt the imposing 16th century hall classified as a Historic Monument, a square of 30 metres on each side, built of oak beams, some of which exceed 15 metres! After having admired the remarkable framework, learn that the first floor of the Villeréal market hall houses a large central hall, formerly the common house, seat of the jury that managed the town, now the work space of a local radio station, Radio 4.

North of Agenais on the Périgord border, Count Alphonse de Poitiers, brother of Saint Louis, established the bastide of Villeréal in Montlabour forest in 1265. The town was built in just 4 years. Like all new towns in the South-west in the Middle ages, it has a grid pattern. The central main square particularly stands out, with a hall of large proportions with a cob floor, which is very rare, and its fortified church set back from the centre devoted to trade. Villeréal “city of the King” of France which stood against the English from Aquitaine, still has its frame and medieval building: Half-timbered, corbelled houses, old-style enclosed gardens. The village is very lively and has many events, regular markets as well as exhibitions, flea markets, festival, bodega, horse races etc.

In the north of Lot-et-Garonne and on the edge of the Perigord, on the edge of the Dropt in a rural setting, the racecourse of Villeréal is one of the most popular in the South West. The Ring of Villeréal is the theater of a summer and nocturnal meeting that welcomes a large public. Offering very high trotting races on a fast track, it attracts in addition to the local population and tourists, many turfists from all over the region but also from the neighboring regions. The "Société Hippique de Villeréal" made the bet a few years ago to develop restoration. Alongside the track, two halls can accommodate hundreds of people to share a friendly meal, spend a pleasant family evening and discover the racing world to those who do not know it.

Listed as a historical monument, this church was built at the same time as the bastide (1265). The large dimensions, the two square turrets, connected by a crenellated walkway, and its buttresses make it a real fortress. The church had two destinations: a place of worship and an ultimate refuge. It was surrounded by a deep ditch and to get in you had to cross a drawbridge. The left tower contains a spiral staircase lit by loopholes and the right one had, at the top, a small prison. The Stations of the Cross are painted in terracotta. The statue of the Virgin, located above the entrance porch, was carved out of a tree trunk.

The media library lends books, magazines and CDs free of charge, and has very complete documentary collection dedicated to Roger Bissière (a great contemporary painter born in Villeréal at the end of the 19th century) and his son Louttre B, also a painter. The library has a spacious room with tables, and also welcomes school groups, exhibitions and reading events. Books are delivered to your home on Thursdays (subject to conditions). This media library is on one level only, but you will find a wide range of documents and two computer workstations with free access.

In the heart of the Pays du Dropt and halfway between the bastides of Villeréal and Castillonnès, you have to visit the farm of Michaumaillé. Maïté and Jean-Marie raise their geese and ducks in freedom, they feed them with whole grain corn and they transform them, in an approved workshop. They also offer horticultural products, perennial and odorous plants.

1 km from the royal bastide of Villeréal, on the small hill of Parisot (“Petit Paris”), you can find the Saint Clair Church, with a Romanesque dome, whose bell tower was remodeled in the imperial style in the 19th century. Some wall decorations were restored during restoration work carried out in 2009.

In a wooded setting just a stone's throw from the bastide town of Villeréal, this restaurant offers British and Indian dishes.

Papilles et Pampilles is the tea room of the guest house "La Maison Bleue". Have a tea in the patio of this old cloister or taste a pastry in the antique shop, here is our original concept If you wish, you can buy and leave with the cup or the teapot you were served with... Home-made with passion, our pastries can be enjoyed in an original setting right in the heart of the bastide of Villeréal. We also propose cheese and charcuterie slates, but also quiches and salads. The "Brunch" formula is available by prior reservation. The lemonades are home-made as well as the fruit juices and ice creams.

In the heart of the bastide of Villeréal, push open the doors of the restaurant L'Alvéole! Jonathan and Mégane offer you a pleasurable cuisine based on local and seasonal products, and also seek out tastes from the wild and edible plants they find in the surrounding plains and forests.

Located in the heart of the bastide town of Villeréal, this restaurant specializes in fish and seafood.

In the heart of the bastide of Villeréal, in the northern part of the Lot-et-Garonne, the bar-restaurant "le Moderne" has a wonderful location on the central square opposite the amazing 15th century covered marketplace, classified "historic monument" and is the emblem of the village. Every midday from Monday to Saturday, the team offers you a traditional cuisine with farm sourced meat, local dishes and a choice of seating in the interior or on the terrace. On the first floor is a large room, specially arranged for group-dining or meetings.

At the helm of the NordSud restaurant, Pascal and Fanny Vermughen are happy to welcome you and wish you a pleasant time enjoying their cuisine, made entirely by using fresh produce from our region as much as possible.

Treat your taste buds to a culinary journey through Italy! Located in the heart of the bastide town of Villeréal, facing the market hall, Zio Enzo offers authentic Neapolitan pizza, homemade gnocchi and delicious specialities full of southern Italian flavours. On the terrace, you will enjoy the Aperitivo Italiano accompanied by antipasti platters and a selection of the best Italian wines.

Looking for a breakfast or teatime break? In the heart of the bastide town of Villeréal and a stone's throw from the Place de la Halle, the Patisserie Rodot awaits you for a gourmet moment in its salon de thé. You can sit either inside the shop, on the terrace or in one of the two areas on the first floor (a balcony area offering a view onto the church and a second area overlooking the chocolate factory). Opening the doors of Pâtisserie Rodot is the assurance of a pure moment of feast for the eyes and for the taste buds! Here everything is home-made. The used ingredients are of high quality and essentially from local producers. Jean Pascal, Andreia and their team create for you a wonderful range of pastries, each one as succulent as the next, as well as delicious croissants, ice creams, chocolates, macaroons etc.

The Lounge, a unique place hidden away in La Table de l'Europe, accessed via Rue Mirabeau! Come and enjoy the cosy atmosphere of our Lounge Bar! Enjoy our homemade cocktails accompanied by a tapas platter, shareable plates and delicious desserts from our pastry chef Julien! Our Barman will be delighted to share his expertise with you! Discover our wide selection of wines and champagnes! We also organise concert evenings and can provide the Lounge for your private or business events.

The cuisine: since 12 April 2019, your chef Anaïs Teynié, and your pastry chef Julien Auroux, at the Table de l'Europe, have been creating a cuisine of essentials that takes care to preserve the true flavour of fresh, local produce right through to the plate. Each dish reveals the authenticity of the product around which it is built. A unique culinary experience combining traditional and contemporary flavours.... The menu: a multi-ingredient menu, in tune with the cuisine in that it focuses exclusively on the products. An initial shorter menu, in a lunchtime version, the Prélude menu, followed by a 3 or 4-course Signature menu, a 5-course Discovery menu and a 7-course Tasting menu served as a Carte Blanche.

For your next holiday, discover a beautiful campsite in Rives, in the Lot-et-Garonne region. The Bergougne campsite team offers you a warm welcome in a quality environment. Situated just 2.5 km from the Bastide town of Villeréal and 15 km from Biron castle and Monflanquin, this campsite is an ideal starting point if you want to discover the many facets of the Lot-et-Garonne and Périgord regions. With a swimming pool on site, our campsite is ideal for relaxing and unwinding. Offering a wide range of services, Bergougne campsite is sure to delight young and old alike. We also propose the rental of residential plots.

1.5 km from Villeréal, a dynamic bastide classified as one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France, put down your luggage and come and enjoy a rejuvenating stay in this spacious house with its large grounds, private swimming pool and pond. The gîte can accommodate from 6 to 12 people, so you can easily adapt it to the profile of your group. Whether you're with family or friends, you'll love its bucolic setting in the heart of the rolling countryside of the Lot et Garonne, at the gateway to the neighbouring Dordogne. It's the ideal place to combine idleness with outings to discover bastides, châteaux and other wonders. In Villeréal you'll find all the shops and services you need for everyday life, not forgetting the Saturday morning market, which is always well-stocked and lively. We're looking forward to welcome you!

Discover a relaxing holiday destination in a green setting! We are delighted to welcome you 3 km from the Bastide town of Villeréal, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, on the southern edge of the Dordogne. In the shadow of a majestic Renaissance château, come and discover our verdant setting. The staff welcome you to a large private park covering 22 hectares. The campsite is sure to satisfy your every wish: we offer comfortable mobile homes for hire. Whether you want to relax, discover, move around or simply recharge your batteries, the whole family will find their favourite activity. Its 1 ha lake will delight fishermen and you will appreciate its forest, its fitness trail and its large pool complex (a heated indoor pool and two heated outdoor pools + 6 waterslides) as well as many services and activities!

In the south-west of France, in the Upper-Agenais Périgord region, close to Dordogne, ideally located as a departure point to discover the numerous tourist attractions and cultural activities, fine eating and sports available in 2 neighbouring « départements », Lot-et-Garonne and Dordogne, the Périgourdine des Oliviers du Pape guest house, a large independent traditional country house, welcomes families and groups.

This large detached stone and half-timbered house, the result of the restoration of a farm, is located 3 km from Villeréal, ranked as one of France's Most Beautiful Villages and 3rd in the 2024 edition of the TV programme Le Village Préféré des Français. Set in a 5-hectare property with a private pond, it enjoys magnificent views and rural surroundings. The house is within easy reach of many tourist, cultural and gastronomic sites, punctuated by local entertainment typical of rural life. An ideal spot for a peaceful, relaxing, friendly and sporting holiday in a region with many assets. Our website will give you more detailed and illustrated information about the area.

Old restored character house with living rooms on the first floor (can be adapted for 12 people in very high season). Close to many bastides such as Villeréal and the tourist sites of the Dordogne, it also offers you moments of relaxation on site with its private swimming pool. Surface area: 200m². 4 bedrooms: 1x80cm, 1x140cm + 1x90cm, 2x90cm and 1x140cm. Sheets provided. 2 shower rooms, 2 toilets. Kitchen: microwave, dishwasher, washing machine. Living room : TV. DVD player. Sofas. Internet access. Fuel central heating, fireplace. 2 terraces including 1 balcony terrace. Private garden 3000m². Private fenced pool 6mx12m, with alarm (open from June to September). Children's swing set, table tennis. Parking. Fishing. Bicycle shed, horse riding facilities. In very high season, the capacity can be increased to 12 people with the additional use of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 1 toilet.

This holiday rental is tastefully furnished in a characteristic house in Périgord style. A quiet gîte surrounded by cereal crops. The house has its own entrance, an independent enclosed private garden and a playground. Inside you will find all the comfort and equipment to have a relaxing holiday. At 500 m, Villeréal 13th century bastide, one of the most beautiful villages in France with shops, services and entertainment, pond fishing and river Dropt on our property. At 500 m you will find Villeréal, a bastide from the 13th century and one of the most beautiful villages in France, with shops and services. Furthermore, you have the necessary entertainment in the area and you can fish in the fishing pond and in the river Dropt, on our own property. At 5 km you have two lakes of 65 ha for fishing, protection of fauna and flora, with a bird observatory. There are many marked trails.

This holiday rental is situated in a characteristic house in Périgourdine style, with the possibility to receive from 2 to 9 people (modular capacity). It has the gîte Le Noyer next door. Each gîte has its own entrance, an independent enclosed and private garden and play area. At 500 m, Villeréal 13th century bastide, one of the most beautiful villages in France with shops, services and entertainment, pond fishing and river Dropt on our property. At 500 m you will find Villeréal, a bastide from the 13th century and one of the most beautiful villages in France, with shops and services. Furthermore, you have the necessary entertainment in the area and you can fish in the fishing pond and in the river Dropt, on our own property. At 5 km you have two lakes of 65 ha for fishing, protection of fauna and flora, with a bird observatory. There are many marked trails.

In a rural setting along a small country road surrounded by fields, this delightful holiday home offers plenty of charms : pretty windows, a log burning fire and a handsome range cooker are just some of the traditional features in the inviting living and dining rooms. Four pretty bedrooms allow plenty of space for a family or a group of friends. The bucolic outdoor spaces and swimming pool (open from May to October) will delight young and old alike. The historic bastide town of Villeréal is just 3 km away with its picturesque square and 14th century market hall and is classified as "Plus Beaux Villages de France" as well as Monpazier and Monflanquin that can be easily reached in under 20 minutes by car. Awarded third in the french TV program "Le Village Préféré des Français", Villeréal is definitely worth a visit.

Welcome to "La Damiche" in my guest house, you will be welcomed in a house of character located about 2 km from the royal bastide town of Villeréal and close to the Dordogne area. In this place, you will find calm and serenity in the middle of a countryside rich in discoveries and will be accommodated in a suite with independent access (1x160, 2x90 which can be transformed into 1 bed of 180). Baby bed available on request. Shower room with Italian shower and separate WC. WIFI. Private terrace. Sheltered car park. 3 terraces with a zen atmosphere. Swimming pool 10 m x 5 m with solar shower, sun loungers and towels provided.