Head for the Vézère gorges for a slate tour!

Varetz and Colette's gardens

Head for Varetz to visit the gardens dedicated to the very famous Colette. With its botanical life trail, living wicker maze and giant games, it's sure to delight young and old alike!

Don't miss the special events on Easter, summer nights and Halloween!

A little girl walks with her back to the paths of the Jardins de Colette in Varetz

Donzenac and the Travassac walls

Take a stroll to Donzenac, north of Brive, a seigneury that once belonged to Catherine de Médicis. Discover an original and intimate medieval heritage, with one of the last remaining 13th-century houses, the Chapel of the Penitents...

The nearby Travassac slate quarry, with its immense walls of slate, is still in use and takes you into another dimension during the season. The excellent quality of the slate meant that it was chosen to cover Mont-Saint-Michel when it was restored. Passion and expertise are at the heart of this unique visit!

Allassac and the Tour César

Next, a diversion to Allassac, home of the Country of Art and History Vézère Slate. The 14th-century fortified church, with its fine Baroque furnishings, and the  Caesar Tour ("overlord tower"), from which you have a lovely view over the countryside, are waiting to take you back in time.

A father carries his daughter on his shoulders and they look towards the Caesar tower in Allassac.

Le Saillant and Marc Chagall's stained glass windows

Continue on to Voutezac-Le Saillant to see the six-arched medieval bridge and the chapel (the only monument in France where all the stained glass windows are by Marc Chagall)! Taste the wines of the Coteaux de la Vézère, wines with a traditional, local flavour.

Sainte-Féréole and the local farmers' market

For a well-deserved rest and a great atmosphere, make the most of Thursday evenings at the local producers' market in Sainte-Féréole! Let yourself be carried away by the local delicacies on offer and the festive atmosphere.

A family buys melons at the farmers' market in Sainte-Féréole

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