Make a self catering villa or holiday rental in Lanquais, Dordogne your home away from home
Lanquais is a tiny commune in the rolling hills of the Perigord Pourpre area of the Dordogne. The tobacco crops have more recently been replaced by vineyards for local wine and the area has long been associated with good food. Never far from the mountains, this green and hilly area is full of prehistoric attractions and small villages of charm making it the ideal base for a holiday rental in the Dordogne.
Things to Do in Lanquais, Dordogne
Boat Trips
The River Dordogne runs through some beautiful scenery and a boat trip makes a great day out. Replica 18th century Gabare boats are used for the boat tours which pass some of the area's most beautiful chateaux.
Outdoor Activities
The Dordogne offers green countryside and quiet roads which are perfect for exploring by car, on foot or by bicycle. The rivers are ideal for outdoor pastimes such as fishing, canoeing and swimming and those who enjoy nature spotting will find plenty of birds, flora and fauna in the area.
Visit a Museum
The National Tobacco Museum is an interesting day out just 14km from your holiday home in Lanquais. It is in the charming turreted building of Pyrarède House in Bergerac and has five separate exhibition areas showing the discovery of tobacco, its social history and the areas connections with this important crop.
Places to Visit in Lanquais, Dordogne
Parc-en-Ciel at Villereal
Translated as the Park in the Sky, this popular outdoor family attraction is about 30km from your holiday villa in Lanquais. Rediscover nature through the forest trails, streams, zip lines and mini golf in this beautiful forest.
Chateau de Beynac
One of the many chateaux in the area of the Dordogne, the Chateau de Beynac is situated above the village of Beynac and played an important part in the Hundred Years War. The impressive Chateau is reached by a 15 minute walk up from the village, although there is some parking at the top of the hill. It is 38km from Lanquais.
Bergerac
Bergerac is one of the main towns in the Dordogne, a short but pleasant drive from your holiday home. Its charming old architecture and river location make it a delightful place to visit. Explore St Jacques Church which looks down on the main square and admire the many statues of the Cyrano de Bergerac.
Weather in Lanquais, Dordogne
The area around Lanquais enjoys warm sunny summers with temperatures averaging 26°C (79°F). Winters are cool, averaging highs around 9°C (48°F) and showers are possible at any time of year.
Travel to Lanquais, Dordogne
Holiday homes in Lanquais are very convenient to the Bergerac-Roumanière (EGC) Airport which is just 11km away. Bergerac has regular budget flights from many European cities making the area very easy to reach.
