Many museums can be found offering an insight into the history of the department, indeed an insight into the very beginnings of man himself! With over 1000 chateaux, abbeys and monuments there is never any problem finding something to do with your time.

Here is a sample of some of the activities and where you can go:

Boats

Roque Gageac: Gabares Norbert - 3 different trips on the Dordogne, all on replica 18c and 19c gabare boats which were once a familiar site on the river.

PerigeuxL: Gabares de Perigeux - discover Perigeux and its 2000 year history by boat.

Beynac: Gabares de Beynac - departing from the foot of the car park opposite the post office, the gabares sail every 30 minutes during the season between 10-12.30 and 14-18hrs tel.0033(0)5 53 28 51 15

Caves

Gouffre de Prommeysac The biggest Abyss in Perigord full of Stalagtites and Stalagmites.

Gouffre de Padirac Here is a boat trip on an underground river with beautiful caverns

Grotte de la Cave A little train takes you several hundred metres into mountain.

Roque St Christophe High cave dwellings showing the way of life of ancient man.

Activity and fun Parks:

Parc en Ciel Situated at Lacapelle Biron this is a fabulous day out for both children and adults alike. There is a small animal farm, adventure playground and more serious adventure area for the older child/adult, mini golf, a museum of snails, cafe and attractive walks and gardens. tel.0033(0)5 53 71 84 58

Golf

Souillac Country Club A beautiful 18 hole golf course with panoramic views and top quality greens offers enjoyable golf for players of all standards. The course is open all year round, and local members will make you feel very welcome. There is also a 10 bay driving range, an 18 hole putting green, and the Club Professional is available to help you to improve your technique. There is a reduction of 20% in green fees for all who stay here and special rates apply to parties from golf clubs. tel. 0033 (0)5 65 27 56 00

Monestier Bergerac 4 star hotel and restaurant and Golf course tel.0033(0)5 53 61 50 00

Chateau des Vigiers Golf and Country Club About an hours drive east of Bordeaux on D936 bearing right on D18 at Ste-Foy-la-Grande. Rolling past orchards vineyards woods lakes surrounding new clubhouse/fitness centre. 18 holes 6003 metres. Par 72. 6 hole practice course driving range and putting green. tel.0033(0)5 53 61 50 00