Activities
The local area is rich with activities. Whether you are a family looking for days out, or a group looking for wine-tasting and restaurants you will be impressed with what the Dordogne and Lot-et-Garonne have to offer.
Restaurants
The local towns of Lauzun, Eymet and Castillonnès are brimming with a variety of restaurants to suit all tastes. There plenty of Michelin listed restaurants such as La Tours des Vents in Monbazillac or La Cour D'Eymet in Eymet. There are family friendly restaurants such as Italien des Arcades in Eymet or La Maréchalerie in Castillonnès. And there are wine-orientated country restaurants such as La Famille Moutier near Monestier or La Maison Vari in Monbazillac. Atelier in Issigeac is one of our favourites.
Local towns
The region is known for its beautiful historic towns. Many are 'bastides' - medieval small towns with pretty squares, churches and views. Monpazier, Eymet, Duras, Belvès and Castillonnès are all worth a visit and/or lunch. Every town has a weekly market and weekly evening food festival.
Bergerac
Bergerac is our nearest large town. It is 20 minutes drive. Bergerac has excellent tourist attractions, restaurants, museums, an art gallery and weekly summer festivals. A highlight is the old town "Port de Bergerac" with winding Medieval streets and pretty squares by the riverside.
Family activities
This region is amazing for families. There are many activities that can be enjoyed by all ages, including horse riding, cycling, walking/hiking, go-karting and 'medieval' games at the local châteaux.
Watersports are very popular in the area. Kayaking and canoeing on the Dordogne, Garonne and Lot rivers is amazing.
Wine tasting
The Bergerac, Monbazillac, Duras, Saussignac and Sainte Emilion wine regions are all close to Domaine de la Dourdène. Within each region there are hundreds of individual wine producers, most of which have either booked or drop-in wine tastings. A simple drive through Monbazillac could take all day for instance!
Golf and spas
There are several excellent golf courses in the area, most with spas and restaurants. Chateau Vigiers in Monetsier and Golf de Barthe in Tombeboeuf are two with excellent facilities and a good reputation.
Fishing
The Lac des Graousettes is just 1km from Domaine de la Dourdène. Fishing facilities are available around the lake. It is just a short walk from the house.