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In the vicinity

Activities around our gîtes in the Dordogne

Explore the Périgord Vert around our gîtes: hiking, fishing, water sports, heritage, local markets and unusual visits. Enjoy a variety of activities just a few minutes from Saint-Estèphe.

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Villars cave

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This is one of the largest underground networks in Périgord, with almost 13 km of galleries explored.

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Nontron cutlery

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Visit the famous Nontron cutlery factory, just 15 minutes from the gîtes. Discover a unique know-how handed down since the 15th century and take home an authentic knife, a true emblem of the Périgord Vert region.

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The Fixard menhir, a megalithic site in the Green Perigord

Discovering the heritage of the Green Périgord

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You can also discover the Périgord-Limousin regional heritage, with the Fixard menhir, the cella grandmontaine de Badeix, l’Romanesque church of Saint-Étienne or the remains of nearby castles.

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Leisure

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Le Green Perigord and Saint-Estèphe Nature, Leisure & Heritage Nestling in the heart of the Périgord Vert region, Saint-Estèphe is an ideal destination for those who like to combine nature, sport and culture.

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The Mérigaud Horse Club

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Le Horse Club Mérigaud is a family-friendly equestrian centre located in Saint-Estèphe at Dordogne (24360), in the heart of the magnificent Périgord-Limousin Regional Nature Park.

The club is ideal for riding enthusiasts of all levels, from beginners to advanced riders, and is run by Émilie Duchesne, a qualified riding instructor since 2016.

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Sled dogs

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Enjoy a unique dog-sledding experience just 10 minutes from the gîtes. Summer or winter, discover the fascinating work of the mushers and share an unforgettable moment close to the animals.

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Farmers' markets

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The summer around Saint-Estèphe is punctuated by farmers' markets. They're a great opportunity to discover the gastronomic riches of the Périgord and to enjoy the friendly, festive atmosphere. Here's an overview of the markets not to be missed, listed by day of the week.

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Built heritage

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The Périgord Vert is a land rich in history, where every village and castle tells the story of centuries gone by. Less than an hour's drive from Saint-Estèphe, the region's built heritage is revealed as you wander through lush green landscapes, taking you back in time.

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They stayed in our gîte in the Dordogne

They stayed at Gîtes des Puymerail and share their impressions. Read their opinions and be inspired by their memories at Saint-Estèphe.

Lorette

A warm welcome
We were made very welcome! The owner was very responsive and always ready to do us a favour and bring us a few missing items, such as a pastry ring for my cake recipe. The bicycles at our disposal were a great help. The shower rooms in each housekeeping room were much appreciated. Calm environment, conducive to rest.

07/05/2025

Lena. S

A great stay with friends in a magnificent setting.

The gite is spacious, as the photos suggested. Each family was able to have its own space, and the communal rooms are really suitable for a large group (there were 10 of us). The shower in each room is a real bonus. I've rarely had the chance to rent such a well-maintained and well-equipped gite! Philippe and his wife made us very welcome and were extremely helpful. A place to recommend and, above all, a place to come back to!

05/11/2024

Mamadou

Excellent stay, very good welcome and a complete change of environment. The owner was friendly and able to help us when we needed it!

 

21/08/2024

Nath64

A family holiday in a beautiful setting.
Beautiful gîte, tastefully renovated. We spent a wonderful week here and would have liked to have stayed longer! Thanks for everything Philippe, we can't wait to come back!

18/07/2024

Rebelote

Second stay and still want to come back.
Second stay in this exceptional gîte, in terms of the quality of the renovation, the comfort of the facilities and all the equipment on offer. Thanks again and well done to Philippe for his warm welcome, availability, kindness and good humour.

17/04/2024

Jp

We spent 3 nights in this very comfortable gîte, which is tastefully furnished and lacks nothing.

We recommend this gîte with our eyes shut!

10/01/2024