Embraced by the Dordogne to the south and the Vézère to the east, the village of Limeuil is one of those little villages that one would love to keep just for oneself, like a secret. Member of the association "Les Plus Beaux Villages de France", this jewel of nature and culture is the ideal place for a holiday to discover the hidden treasures of France.
At the confluence of the Vézère and the Dordogne rivers, in the Purple Périgord and on the edge of the Black Périgord, Limeuil is definitely a very good idea for a cultural and exotic holiday. A medieval village and former trading port, nestled in the Pays des Bastides and Medieval Cities in the hollow of valleys dotted with abundant vegetation, it unfolds before the eyes of its visitors magnificent steep streets dotted with old houses made of rough stone and covered with brown tile roofs, which give it a crazy cachet. From alleyways to tree-lined plots, here, the panoramas are grandiose over the green nature that envelops the village in its protective setting. Leaning against its wide rocky hill, the commune of Limeuil spreads out to the small sandy banks that run alongside the river, in an exceptional setting. Go through the lower gate, one of the three ancient doors pierced in the walls of this medieval town, which opens onto splendid tangled streets. And here, you can say it climbs, too, so don't forget to bring good shoes! To see? The old dwellings, the Saint-Martin chapel reputed to be one of the most beautiful Romanesque chapels in the Périgord, not forgetting the small galleries and workshops, which house craftsmen and artists in the heart of the village. One to see in particular? The glass-blower's shop and workshop, which fascinates and amazes all visitors passing through Limeuil! But if there is one site that makes you want to settle down in Limeuil, it is the Panoramic Gardens. Situated at the very top of the village, these gardens, divided into themes, are the perfect place for a playful visit and an educational discovery of the flora. In addition to its introductory workshops in basketry, land art, dyeing or weaving, this magical place will amaze you with the sumptuousness of its panoramas, in short, it is a must see!
In addition to its undeniable cultural side, Limeuil is also a small Eden for lovers of outdoor activities, especially water sports. In addition to hiking and mountain bike sessions through the Périgord countryside thanks to a vast network of marked trails, Limeuil offers you the opportunity to discover the joys of river swimming. Sunbathing, sunbathing along the sunny banks, lunch on a shaded terrace, but also canoeing or kayaking on the Vézère and Dordogne rivers will complete the range of activities on offer in Limeuil. The Cloister of Cadouin 25 kilometres away, but also Sarlat-la-Canéda 37 kilometres further east, Rouffignac-Saint-Cernin-de-Reilhac and its famous cave 25 kilometres away, without forgetting Villefranche-du-Périgord, the Lascaux Cave 41 kilometres away, Monpazier 34 kilometres away, Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère 30 kilometres away, or Périgueux and Bergerac will complete your visit of the region.
