Jardins de Marqueyssac

Spectacularly located 130 meters above the Dordogne River, it offers exceptional views over the valley, its castles-Castelnaud and Beynac, and some of Frances most beautiful villages Roque-Gageaac and Domme.
The gardens offer pleasant shaded walks, through a maze of 150,000 boxwoods, with waterfalls, sculptures, play area and restaurant.

Comments:
A lot of walks and much more than a garden - wonderful day out as long as it's not too hot!

Approx 1 hr north east of Eymet

24220 Vézac Tel 05 53 31 36 36
www.marqueyssac.com

Aquarium du Périgord Noir

Largest private indoor aquarium in Europe. With over 3 million litres of water and vast fish tanks, home to over 6000 fish.
Open daily from mid February to mid November.

Comments:
Good for the occasional rainy day! NEW CRAZY GOLF - one of the best I've seen in France.

Situated next to Le Village du Bournat Approx 1 hr North East of Eymet

24260 Le Bugue/Vezere
Tel 05 53 07 10 74
www.parc-aquarium.com

Le Village du Bournat

With something to suit all the family and all ages, discover traditional ways of life of yesterday. Artisans will show you their crafts; clog maker, glass blower, and blacksmith. Large ornate merry-go-round and fun fair.
Situated next to Aquarium.

Recommended length of visit 4 hours.
Approx 1 hr North East of Eymet

24260 Le Bugue/Vezere
Tel 05 53 08 41 99
www.best-of-perigord.tm.fr

Gouffre de Proumeyssac

Discovered in 1907, the cavern has been baptized the 'Crystal Cathedral', and is the largest developed abyss in the Périgord.
A tunnel leads you easily into this immense underground vault whose walls are decorated with a multitude of crystallisations. A show of light and music brings the cave spectacularly to life.
Before the tunnel was accessible by tunnels, visitors descended into the cavern via a nacelle (basket), it is possible descend into the cavern in an aerial basket.

Audi-guide headsets are available in English, Dutch or German.

There is a play and picnic area in shaded wooded surroundings, plus bar and souvenir shop.

The tour lasts 45 minutes and is very busy in peak season.

Comments:
Excellent on hot days, but take a jumper as it can be cool in the cavern.

Approx 1 hour north east of Eymet.

24260 Le Bugue Survezere
Tel 05 53 07 27 47
www.perigord.com/proumeyssac

Halfway between Eyzies and Montignac-Laascaux the sheer Roque St Christophe cliff sits high over the Vézère Valley. It is the oldest and largest cave site in Western Europe. It is remarkable, due to the number of dwellings ( there are over 100 rock shelters), its wild beauty and the length of time it has been occupied by man; since prehistoric times.
A tour of Roque St Christophe gives you an insight into how life was, and how the cave dwellings were laid out. There are cave markings on the walls.

Comments:
The tour involves a lot of climbing and sensible shoes are recommended.
There is parking and picnic area, with café below.

Approx 1½ hours North east of Eymet

246620 Peyzac-le Moustier
Tel 05 53 50 70 45
www.roque-st-christophe.com

Domme

Very pretty, popular Bastide walled town, sat high overlooking the Valley of the Dordogne.
With a maze of old streets, offering restaurants, craft shops and tourist shops. Take a stroll around the cliff walks (Promenades des Falaises) with its breathtaking views.
Guided tours are available all year by appointment.
Underneath the town hall is the entrance to the largest grotto in Perigord Noir, with its stalagmites and stalactites. The town's people used it as a hiding place during wars. Today they offer panoramic views over the valley.
Very busy in the peak season, but well worth a visit.
Market day is Thurs