Meteo Dordogne
The province of Dordogne, in southwest of France is, in area the third largest department of France. The name is derived from the main river that flows through it. The French often refer to this department to its former name: The Périgord.
The special geographical location, there are many types of landscapes, climates and vegetation can be distinguished as:
-extensive forests in the western part;
-a clear dry and rocky area in the east;
-wine in Bergerac, which lies east of Bordeaux:
-High limestone cliffs that form a beautiful decor and the riverbank;
-areas of agriculture and orchards.
In this landschapsmozaik the population (approximately 380,000 inhabitants) very irregularly distributed. Arable and livestock are the main sources of income. The Perigord is primarily for the production of tobacco and strawberries on the second place for the production of walnuts and fattened poultry. The truffles that are found are of excellent quality.
Of course, tourism is also an important source of revenue, during the entire year because of the favorable climate. This is a good area to live in, has been known since time immemorial: in the very early prehistoric times, before the construction of the pyramids in Egypt, this area was inhabited.
You will find the largest concentration of prehistoric finds made in caves, shelters under overhanging rocks and caves. The finds include articles and colorful rock paintings, the paintings of Lascaux world famous.
Over the years there have been many wars in this area in order to gain hands. The many castles and forts are still silent witnesses. Many are open to the public. This also applies to many caves and caverns.
Also in the building are many styles and influences to the different periods. The many picturesque villages are often a covered marketplace and pigeon towers. Also you regularly called "Bories" against, round stone huts, often in favor of agriculture.
And what of picturesque villages such as Rocamadour and Bynac that high against the steep river walls were built.
Also medieval towns such as Sarlat, Domme and Saint-Léon-sur Vezere more than one visit, as well as the inner cities of Périgueux and Bergerac.
Perigiord also offers plenty of opportunities to consider gourmet palate to stroke, from healthy farm exclusive regional specialties such as:
-the "foie gras" (specialty of foie gras)
-the "omelette aux CEPES '(omelette with eekhorntjesbrood)
-the gateaux aux Noix "(walnut cake)
-the magret de canard (duck)
Especially in the culinary and historical, there is much to see and taste in the Perigord. The many castles including Chateau des Milandes (Josephine Baker) and numerous caves, including Lascaux and La Roque Saint-Christophe to name but a few are worth visiting. The historical perspective of very important early medieval Chateau de Commarque and Hautefort are impressive to see.
The many museums including the museum open light Le Village du Bournat in Le Buque and the prehistoric museum in Les Eyzies are worth. There are many natural caves, aquariums, airports, sports, several golf courses and canoeing opportunities.
Domaine La Vigerie Nuyte center is located in the Perigord and all that is present in the vicinity and / or easy to get around. Even the beautiful city of Bordeaux and its surrounding vineyards (Medoc, Graves, Saint Emelion, etc.), where Domaine La Vigerie Nuyte a special relationship with it within reasonable distance for a "wine" day visit.
So give yourself time to look around, to smell and taste of the Perigord. Not according to a set route or along the shortest route, but do it at your convenience, enjoying everything the Perigord has to offer. This way you learn perigord really know! You'll be amazed at the versatility of everything on your encounters and exploring Domaine La Vigerie Nuyte, with all its facilities is an excellent base.
