Fasthôtel - Saint Emilion Est





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Discover the cultural and historical riches of Montcaret, including its famous Gallo-Roman ruins and its 11th century church. Its particular geographical location, its very rich history, the variety of its heritage, the beauty of its vine-covered hillsides, the quality of the wines that can be tasted and obtained from its many winegrowers, make the charm of this village. . A few kilometers away, discover the castle where Montaigne wrote his Essays, which still inspire reflection around the...
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Come and discover the Lamothe Montravel hiking loop; in the village, admire the Saint Paixent church as well as the town hall housed in a medieval tower, the only vestige of the fortress of yesteryear. Near the loop, in the plain of Lamothe Montravel, in Colly, between the Dordogne and the Lidoire, on July 17, 1453, the battle known as "de Castillon" was fought. This ended the Hundred Years War, and General John Talbot, who commanded the British army, was defeated and killed. A monument...
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The start of this course is located near the village hall of Saint-Seurin-de-Prats. This route will allow you to discover a very rich architectural and historical heritage: castles and the remains of the old quays, and towpaths, which bear witness to this past linked to shipping. This course does not present any particular difficulty, thus offering the possibility of a nice family walk.
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The village of Saint-Michel-de-Montaigne is traversed by forest and vineyards. Placed on the hillside of Montaigne, it overlooks the Lidoire valley, a right tributary of the Dordogne 49.5 km long. Historical Note The Tour de Montaigne is listed as a Historic Monument. This 14th century fortified house is the family castle of the philosopher Michel de Montaigne. He wrote his famous Essays there from 1571. The Tower was spared by the fire which ravaged the castle in 1885. To visit: La Tour de...
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Discovery tour of the country of Michel de Montaigne, famous philosopher of the 16th century. From the tower of his library still visible today, he overlooked a hilly landscape, covered with vines and woods descending peacefully towards the Dordogne valley. This corner of Périgord has also experienced the ups and downs of history, which have left many traces. Take your bike to discover the “country of Montaigne” and appreciate its architectural, natural and gastronomic riches.