PÉRIGORD BLANC · AUVÉZÈRE VALLEY
Activities & Discoveries
Saint-Pantaly-d’Ans is ideally located in the heart of the Périgord Blanc, where it meets the Périgord Vert. Majestic castles, the wild gorges of the Auvézère, authentic villages and exceptional gastronomy are all within 45 minutes.
🐎 FROM THE DOMAINE
Horse riding · Comme les chevaux d'Ans
Just a few minutes from Le Domaine de Pantaly, the “Comme les chevaux d’Ans” riding centre invites you to explore the forest and the Auvézère valley on horseback. Family rides, multi-day treks or riding courses: everything is possible all year round.
Walking trails also start from the village, through the hedgerow landscapes typical of the Périgord Blanc.
- La Tour, Saint-Pantaly-d'Ans (2 km away)
- 30-min rides · 2 to 7-day treks
- From 30 min for younger riders · All levels
- Tel: +33 (0)6 22 58 70 15
🏰 HERITAGE · MUST-SEE
Château de Hautefort · 12 min
One of the finest castles in the Dordogne, perched on a promontory overlooking the village of Hautefort. Surrounded by formal French gardens, it offers an outstanding panoramic view over the Périgord Blanc. A listed historic monument, it also houses a museum dedicated to the writer Jean Genet.
Just 12 minutes from Le Domaine de Pantaly, it is the must-see excursion of your stay.
- Listed French formal gardens · Panoramic view
- Open April to November · www.chateau-hautefort.com
- Jean Genet Museum · temporary exhibitions
- 12 km from the Domaine · less than 15 min by car
Vert Auvézère, canoeing and kayaking on the river
Just ten minutes from the Domaine, the Vert Auvézère team welcomes you from May to the end of September for a canoe or kayak trip down the Auvézère, past small weirs, through the shade of the trees and the wildlife of the Périgord Vert. A fun, sociable activity for family or friends, in an unspoilt natural setting.
- Cherveix-Cubas, about 5 km from the Domaine (10 min by car)
- Period: 1 May to the end of September
- Phone : 06 49 39 24 75 (call, SMS, WhatsApp), contact.vert.auvezere@gmail.com
🏰 PÉRIGORD BLANC · PÉRIGORD VERT
Castles & Villages of Character
Between the Périgord Blanc and the Périgord Vert, the area around Le Domaine de Pantaly is full of castles, bastide towns and unspoilt villages. Every excursion is a journey into the history and landscapes of the Dordogne.
🏰 Château de Hautefort · 12 min
A jewel of the Périgord Blanc, overlooking a village of character. Listed French formal gardens, an outstanding panorama, the Jean Genet museum. The must-see excursion, just minutes from the Domaine.
🏘️ Excideuil · 11 min
A lively medieval town in the Périgord Vert, with its castle of the Viscounts of Limoges and its Thursday morning market. A well-preserved way of life just 15 minutes away.
⛪ Périgueux · 23 min
Prefecture of the Dordogne and Gallo-Roman city. Its Saint-Front Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, overlooks the old town. Museum of Art and Archaeology, gourmet markets.
🏛️ Tourtoirac · 6 min
A charming village on the banks of the Auvézère, with its 11th century Benedictine abbey and riverside walks. The quintessential neighbouring village.
🦣 Grotte de Rouffignac · 22 min
158 mammoths engraved on the walls, explored aboard a small electric train over 4 km. One of the largest decorated caves in Europe, less than 30 minutes from the Domaine.
🍽️ Thiviers · 20 min
Foie gras capital of the Périgord Vert. A lively traditional market, local producers and generations of gastronomic know-how. The perfect place to bring home local specialities.
🏰 Brantôme · 40 min
Surnommée « la Venise du Périgord », Brantôme est enlacée par les méandres de la Dronne et dominée par son abbaye bénédictine du VIIIe siècle.
Les Jardins de Marqueyssac · 60 min
Perchés sur un éperon rocheux dominant la vallée de la Dordogne, les jardins de Marqueyssac déploient 150 000 buis centenaires taillés à la main sur plus de 6 km de promenades.
⛪ Le Château des Milandes · 60 min
Ancienne demeure de Joséphine Baker, le Château des Milandes marie l'architecture Renaissance à l'histoire de cette artiste engagée dans la Résistance et pour les droits civiques.
🚣 RIVERS & NATURE
Outdoors & Adventure
The Auvézère, a wild and unspoilt river, offers an exceptional natural setting for swimming, fishing and riverside walks. On foot, by bike or on horseback, the Périgord is best experienced outdoors.
- Auvézère gorges · swimming and fishing (5 min)
- Marked walking trails starting from the village
- Horse riding · Comme les chevaux d'Ans (2 km)
- Cycling & mountain biking on the roads of the Périgord Blanc
- River fishing · Auvézère rated category 1
🍽️ PÉRIGORD LIFESTYLE
Gastronomy & Markets
The Périgord is one of France’s great gastronomic capitals. Foie gras, black truffles, strawberries, walnuts, confit duck: every market is a feast for the senses.
The domaine’s shared barbecue and garden lounge let you put together meals with produce bought that morning at the market.
- Excideuil market, Thursday morning (11 km)
- Thiviers market, Saturday morning, the foie gras capital (20 km)
- Truffle markets, December to March, Périgueux
- Bergerac and Pécharmant wines, 1h away
- Local farms & producers: foie gras, walnuts, Périgord strawberries
🗺️ LOCAL RESOURCE
Office de Tourisme Naturellement Périgord
Downloadable walking guides, tailor-made itineraries, a full calendar of local events and accommodation advice. The tourist office closest to Le Domaine de Pantaly covers the Périgord Vert, Périgord Blanc and the Auvézère gorges: Excideuil · Thiviers · Hautefort · Tourtoirac · Cubjac
→ www.naturellementperigord.fr
The Domaine's Pool
Le Domaine de Pantaly has a pool shared by both gîtes, set in a 1,000 sqm wooded park.
Measuring 10 x 5 metres, it is fitted with an automatic safety cover and bordered by an elegant conical-roofed stone turret in the Périgord style, adding real character to this space.
Around the pool, a large shaded area awaits: sun loungers, parasols, poufs and garden furniture, along with a covered lounge area to gather in the evening.
The pool is included with both Le Floret and La Selva, at no extra cost. It is open every day from 10am to 7pm.
Please note
Bath towels are not provided, please bring your own.
ON THE DOMAINE
Relaxation & Leisure Areas
Le Domaine de Pantaly is designed for relaxation and togetherness, with shared spaces created for guests of all ages.
Barbecue & garden lounge, private to each gîte
Garden terrace with barbecue, parasols, garden furniture and outdoor dining area. The ideal spot for convivial meals.
Pétanque court
A pétanque court for sports lovers and children who want to play. Available for free use.
Bikes and safety helmets
Several bikes are available and can be borrowed for your rides.
