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Discover the Périgord and Dordogne Valley: prehistoric sites, caves with 5 castles and fortifications, the 10 most beautiful villages, and more! A total of 8 itineraries to explore along the French Dordogne and Périgord route by campervan, car, or independently, guided by the amazing Instagram family @omplintlavidaenautocaravana. A journey that will captivate you through their travelogue of France's most beautiful villages, caves, prehistoric sites, and breathtaking castles.
The 8 essential plans of the Perigord and the Dordogne Valley to see
RELAX IN ONE OF THE MOST ROMANTIC GARDENS: THE MARQUEYSSAC GARDENS, THE DORDOÑA VIEWPOINT TO SEE YES OR YES
The Marqueyssac Gardens are one of the most romantic and picturesque in France, offering over 6 kilometers of shady walks, surrounded by 150.000 hand-felled century-old box trees and adorned with terraces, rockery, water paths and spectacular views over the valley. . It really is the great viewpoint of the Dordogne.
They are located in Vézac, open every day of the year from 10 am to 18 pm and are declared as a French public interest asset. Their prices are € 9,9 per adult and € 5 for children over 10 years old or free for minors.
It is not surprising that they are the most visited in Aquitaine.
The visit begins at the Chateau de Marqueyssac which overlooks the entire valley from a small peak. After touring some rooms of the Chateau, we went outside to enjoy a long but unforgettable route through the Marqueyssac Gardens.
These gardens stretch along the mountain, occupying an area of 22 hectares, dominating the valley from its high cliffs, forming an impressive landscape ensemble, as well as being one of the best examples of toparius art in France along with the Gardens d'Eyrignac.
EL MIRADOR DEL DORDOÑA WHAT TO SEE YES OR YES
After touring the Gardens of Marqueyssac and the forest that surrounds it, we arrive at the Mirador de la Dordogne, located 130 meters above the Dordogne river, from which we can enjoy an exceptional view over the whole of the valley, its castles and the most important villages. pretty from France.
One of the greatest advantages of Marqueyssac is that it is interesting for people of all ages. While, naturally, adults will enjoy its beauty, its artistic interest and its calm; children will enjoy that and much more. If we say this it is because gardens also offer play areas.
There they can enjoy climbing on the swings or exploring the beautiful wooden cabins. Although, if there is something that always attracts the attention of the little ones, it is the labyrinths. Getting lost in the middle of these complex roads and trying to find the exit is a feeling that they seem to like.
