The Pays de Fénelon,
Nature at its finest!
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At the gateway to Périgord Noir, the Pays de Fénelon open landscapes, between limestone hills, oak forests, and the Dordogne valley. Birthplace of the famous writer Fénelon, it combines cultural heritage and rural lifestyle.
Here, nature sets the pace. More than 250 km of trails crisscross the region: on foot along the GR® de Pays du Pays de Fénelon, by bike on the cycle route or the Flow Vélo, along the cliffs or through the clearings, each route invites you to explore at your own pace. The routes wind their way between charming villages, dry stone walls, blonde stone castles, and viewpoints overlooking the valley.
Along the way, encounters are part of the journey. Producers, markets, farms, and gourmet restaurants extend the experience beyond the walk. Truffles, walnuts, foie gras, and cheeses tell the story of a living terroir, shaped by expertise passed down from generation to generation.
River
Dordogne
In the southern part of the region, the Dordogne River winds through the landscape and defines the routes. Its calm waters are perfect for swimming, canoeing, or taking a break by the water’s edge in an open and peaceful setting.
The greenway connecting Sarlat to Cazoulès (in the municipality of Pechs-de-l’Espérance) runs along the river for several kilometers. Accessible on foot or by bike, it winds through gentle countryside, dotted with rest stops and viewpoints overlooking the valley.
During the season, from June through September, a ferry crosses the Dordogne River at Cazoulès. It offers the option of traveling to Souillac, in the Lot department, or continuing on to Saint-Julien-de-Lampon and Sainte-Mondane—home to the Château de Fénelon—via shared roads suitable for non-motorized traffic.
places that
live
In Pays de Fénelon, heritage is not just something to be looked at, it is something to be discovered up close. Behind every stone there is a commitment, a restoration in progress, a legacy, a history that is still alive.
Furnished castles , fortresses undergoing a renaissance, residences brought to life by those who inhabit them: here, visiting takes on a human dimension. You understand the places as much as you explore them.
The gardens, too, assert their character. Classic or unexpected, structured or free-form, they reflect strong choices and different ways of inhabiting the landscape.
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Salignac Castle
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The water gardens of Carsac
Lacypierre Castle
