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info@manoirdegurson.co.uk 00 33 (0) 5 53 81 11 74 |
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Le manoir de gurson, BEAULIEU EST, 24610 MONTPEYROUX, FRANCE |
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The surrounding area |
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We invite you to stay at Le Manoir de Gurson. Le Manoir is a beautiful French manor house, built in approximately 1870, set in nearly 100 acres of rolling countryside, with three lakes and large wooded areas. Le Manoir is perfectly located for exploring the most important wine region of France, being situated between Bergerac, St Emilion and Bordeaux. From the Montaigne Tower to the caves of Maxange, from the Château of Montreal to the bastide of Monpazier, visit the Périgord of another era. The south-west corner of the Périgord is also famous for its Bastides, a string of "new" towns created in the 13th century, by both the English and the French, essentially to promote commerce. Later, fortified, they became very important in the Hundred Years War and changed hands many times. Monpazier is known as the finest local example. Many museums preserve the proud memories of this region. As you travel this region, discover the story of its treasures: rivers and waterways, wine growing, paper, tobacco, walnuts. Bergerac is home to beautiful cobbled streets and greenery, as are the smaller towns of Montpeyroux, Montpon, Castillon and Villefranche de Lonchat – all with their restaurants, bars, jazz and blues clubs, classical music events, fairs and festivals, shops and markets. St Emilion, 25kms away, is a World Heritage Site. Being in the centre of the important wine-growing region in France is cause enough to visit, but there are so many other things to do and see. A very warm welcome awaits you at Le Manoir de Gurson.
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View of ruins of Chateau de Gurson in the mist |
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A walk in the woods |
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Places to visit |
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If you visit late July/beginning of August, why not book for the Bataille de Castillon, a magnificent spectacle, with optional meal before the show. Visit the website for details: |
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There is so much to do and see in the Dordogne. Bordeaux is less than an hour away, Bergerac 40 minutes, with Castillon and St. Emilion a 20-minute drive. The north of Spain is only a 3 hours from here by road. Lacs du Gurson: A wonderful place to spend a day, or a few hours: bar, restaurants, adventure playground, mini golf, pedaloes, swimming, water slide, fishing, picnic areas, walks. Villefranche de Lonchat: The nearest town, with The Looongchat bar/restaurant (hosts events, such as music and film nights); bakery; general shop, doctor, chemist, church. Bergerac: You can download the Bergeraçois Brochure from: www.pays-de-bergerac.com/english/index.asp Bordeaux is characterised by it's extraordinary 18th century heritage, with renowned intellectual, cultural and political figures and of course, by the wine which carries its name. More information at: www.bordeaux-tourisme.com/index_uk.html St. Emilion Founded in 8th century by Émilion, the city was an important centre of religious life... Sheltered behind powerful ramparts during the One hundred Year War, it prospered due to its wines. Historical Montaigne's Tower Close to the site of the Battle of Castillon, the ancestral residence of the Eyquem of Montaigne is located on the border of Bordeaux and Périgord, in the heart of a majestic park. Take a guided tour of the tower or Walk in the park, with a panorama over the Lidoire valley. Tél.: 00 [33] 553 58 6393
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Weekly Local Markets: Monday: Castillon Tuesday: Villefranche de Lonchat Wednesday: Montpon-Ménésterol Saturday: Porte St. Foy, Bergerac, Bordeaux Mobile Fish & Chips Friday: Villefranche de Lonchat Nearest Supermarket: Montpon-Ménestérol Nearest Baker Villefranche de Lonchat Nearest Dentist: Montpon-Ménestérol Nearest Doctor: Villefranche de Lonchat Nearest Chemist: Villefranche de Lonchat Nearest Bar: Villefranche de Lonchat Nearest Restaurant: Montpeyroux and Villefranche de Lonchat Nearest fuel: Montpon-Ménestérol |
