The best road cycling routes around Granges-D'Ans

In ruins

Small church

Beautiful village with stunning views

Hautefort Castle, located on a rocky outcrop overlooking the town and village of Hautefort, is a rare example of classical architecture in the Dordogne. Built from the 16th to the 17th century on the foundations of an old castle, its architecture is reminiscent of the castles of the Loire. The construction, led by architects Nicolas Rambourg and Jacques Maigret, was intended for the family of the Marquis de Hautefort, close to the king and influential at Court, renowned for their generosity towards the poor. During the Revolution, the castle was protected by the inhabitants of Hautefort, who repelled a revolutionary troop from Excideuil wanting to destroy it. At the beginning of the 20th century, the castle was in ruins, having lost its furniture, its woodwork and parquet floors. In 1929, it was bought by the Baron and Baroness de Bastard, who undertook a complete restoration. After the Baron's death in 1957, the Baroness continued the work alone. A fire in 1968 destroyed the central building, leaving only the charred exterior walls. Thanks to national and local generosity, as well as the support of personalities, Baroness de Bastard undertook a second restoration, even selling her works of art to finance the work. The facades, frames, ceilings, decorations and rooms were reconstructed identically from photos. The woodwork of the Château de Kerlaudy was recovered and the castle was completely refurnished. In 1977, Baroness de Bastard moved back into the castle and opened it to visitors. In 1984, she created the Château de Hautefort Foundation, to which she donated the building, its estate and its furniture. Today, the interiors not open to the public are still being restored. The French gardens, recreated by the baron and baroness, extend into terraces around the castle, with flowered boxwood embroidery beds and are classified as historic monuments. An English-style park of 30 hectares extends on the hill to the west of the castle.

The Abbey of Tourtoirac is a Romanesque building from the 11th century which experienced an important monastic life linked to the Abbey of Saint-Martial in Limoges, known in the 13th century for its cultural influence.

Beautiful route, varied landscape... The source (quelle) can be removed, that's not much....

Built in the same style as the Luxembourg Palace in Paris, the castle is made up of a vast elongated main building framed by dormer-roofed pavilions overlooking the Vézère. You can admire the entrance courtyard, the facades and the roofs of the castle, the gallery and the semi-outdoor pavilion which follows it, the isolated pavilion, the framework of the castle, the main staircase, the fence of the main courtyard, the dovecote. There are paintings by Philippe de Champaigne.

Translation of the homepage: According to early written sources, Sauveboeuf Castle dates from the mid-14th century. The castle was later owned by the De Ferrières family, vassals of the Lords of Montignac. At that time, the castle was supposed to be a fortified country house, the purpose of which was to protect Montignac. Over the centuries and up to the middle of the 18th century, the De Ferrières family developed within the French nobility. In 1743 the estate passed into the hands of Victor Riquetti, Marquis de Mirabeau, father of the famous French revolutionary, and belonged to the family for about sixty years. In the 19th century, the building belonged successively to the Chassagnac Latrade, Dehÿs and Baillemont families. In 1891, the Oberkampf family, known for their fabric factory in Jouy (Jouy-en-Josas), acquired Sauveboeuf and carried out extensive renovations. The Oberkampfer sold the castle in 1927. The Château de Sauvebœuf has been open to visitors since April 2013. Visit to the castle (1h): The Château de Sauveboeuf was built in the Louis XIII style. It has a Renaissance terrace overlooking the Vézère, which is worth a visit in itself. The large rooms of this famous residence are furnished with period furniture, a monumental staircase in white stone and a cabinet of curiosities: the variety of the collections of Mr. Douce, the owner, will surely fascinate you. The visit can be free or guided. Visit to the Museum of Prehistory (1H30) The vaulted cellars of the Château de Sauveboeuf house one of the largest private prehistoric collections in the world. From the erectus to the early Neolithic, discover the evolution of man through different prisms: his environment, his innovations and his conflicts. Almost 500,000 pieces, including mammoth ivory ornaments that are more than 20,000 years old! Guided tour of the Museum of Prehistory, duration 1h30. Exclusive guided tour. Wedding at the Château de Sauveboeuf An ideal place for your reception.... In the heart of the Périgord Noir and overlooking the Vézère, Château de Sauveboeuf, a 17th century setting, will allow you to receive your guests for unforgettable moments. Experience château life for a weekend in this historic Louis XIII style residence. The "Nicolas Rambourg" room is an exceptional place, it offers you a magnificent view of the main courtyard and the main building of the castle thanks to its six large bay windows. Equipped with a communication room on the ground floor, you can easily dance and celebrate your event.