Black Périgord
Visits in Dordogne from our holiday rentals
From Le Plaisant and Les Figuiers, in Simon (Cénac-et-Saint-Julien), set out to discover the most iconic sights of Dordogne: medieval towns, fortified castles, prehistoric caves and hanging gardens.
Our two rural holiday homes are located in the heart of the Black Périgord, a few kilometres from the Dordogne valley. Sarlat, Castelnaud, Beynac, Marqueyssac, Lascaux and the Padirac and Proumeyssac chasms are essential day trips for a holiday combining heritage, nature and gastronomy in south France.
Sarlat in Périgord 12 km
Medieval town with cobbled streets, markets and festivals. The most popular in Dordogne.
Discover Sarlat
Castelnaud Castle 3 km
Medieval fortress and Museum of War in the Middle Ages, visible from our gîtes.
Discover Castelnaud
Beynac Castle 8 km
Village clinging to the cliff, panoramic views over the Dordogne valley.
Discover Beynac
Marqueyssac Gardens 10 km
Hanging gardens and belvedere 192 m above the Dordogne.
Discover Marqueyssac
Lascaux Caves 30 km
Masterpiece of prehistoric art, Lascaux IV at Montignac-sur-Vézère.
Discover Lascaux
Padirac and Proumeyssac 25 km
Two underground wonders: the Crystal Cathedral and the underground river.
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Le Plaisant and Les Figuiers sleep 5 to 6 guests in a peaceful setting, within easy reach of the finest sights in the Black Périgord.