Ajat

Ajat

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownAjatLimeyrat at 3.3 km (6 min)
Insee code24004Thenon at 4.9 km (8 min)
Postcode24210Bars at 5.4 km (9 min)
Latitude45.1565120Fossemagne at 5.9 km (11 min)
Longitude1.0154129Brouchaud at 6.9 km (15 min)
AltitudeFrom 148 to 284 metersSaint-Antoine-d'Auberoche at 7.3 km (14 min)
Surface21.95 km²Montagnac-d'Auberoche at 8.5 km (17 min)
Population304 inhabitantsAzerat at 9.5 km (13 min)
Density13 inhabitants/km²La Boissière-d'Ans at 11.2 km (25 min)
Chief townPérigueux (at 31 km, 38 min)Cubjac at 11.2 km (23 min)
DepartmentDordogneSaint-Pantaly-d'Ans at 11.8 km (25 min)
RegionAquitaineSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Pretty village perched on a hillside on the edge of the plateau and the forest Barade Ajat offers the visitor's eyes a beautiful panorama. Ajat was intimately linked to the Route of Canons of the family Hautefort behind the creation of the forge of Ans.

Hiking trails allow you to discover the mesa and its rich flora, including among other not less than 26 varieties of orchids, floral heritage protected (picking is prohibited).

Small rural buildings abound: fountains, stone crosses, laundries, sinks??


SIGHTSEEING
  • The whole church is remarkable castle.
  • The Church of St. Martin, 12th century, is the work of the Templars. Its bell tower with four openings imposed by its height (25 m). The paving of the church includes many graves, including that of Francis of Hautefort.
  • The 15th century castle (with part of the fourteenth century) adjoining the church was once connected to it by a drawbridge. It includes galleries with battlements and a beautiful facade on the north side a shield of the barony of Hautefort that was holding the castle. Private property, days of visits are organized in the month of August.
  • Near the church of Saint Martin is a beautiful house which was built in 1527. It was certainly a relay on the road to St Jacques de Compostela trail which crosses the town.
  • The church of St. Bartholomew Beauzens was built around the year 1000, making it one of the oldest department. Covered with loess, it has a facade of pure Roman style: its portal is surmounted by arches with two beautiful carved. Nearby you can admire a magnificent pigeon covered in slate.
  • Explore the Chapel of Our Lady of Mercy, dating from 1622, a gift from a sailor Perigord, Messire Chatard. He had vowed during a storm at sea, to erect a chapel to the Virgin Mary if he escaped. In front of this chapel is the house where Susan Lacore first woman secretary of state under the government of Leon Blum.
  • Activities
  • Tennis.
  • Swimming pool.
  • Golf Balls.
  • Football and basketball.
  • Volleyball.
  • Hiking.
Detailed information
MonumentsCastle of Ajat,   Church Saint-Barthélemy de Bauzens,   Church Saint-Martin
PHOTOS
Village Ajat
 
Bauzens, Village Ajat
The Cross
 
Square War Memorial
The Castle
 
Castle Tower
City Hall
 
Church
The laundry
 
The swimming pool
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WEATHER
Monday 13 February
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Min. -11°C - Max. 1°C
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -1°C - Max. 2°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. -1°C - Max. 7°C
RESTAURANTS 
Restaurant de Laugerie Basse  
9
Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil
In exceptional and a very picturesque part cave, the Inn is nestled under the cliff in the direction of Perigueux, 1.5 km from Les Eyzies. Open since 1947, we will receive for three...
Located 23 km from AjatFrom 10 € to 25 € per person 
Jaune poussin
Périgueux
Open Monday to Friday from 11h45 to 14h. Catering buffet complete control, wide range input of the season, daily specials and fittings, great variety of desserts, all included without...
Located 24 km from Ajat10 € per person 
Le saint-robert
Saint-Robert
Dining on the terrace with views over the valley, home cooking, in which local products have a special place, duck breast, duck confit, veal chop Limousin.
Located 24 km from AjatFrom 20 € to 30 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Villa des Roses    
9.2
Plazac
Bed & Breakfast at the heart of Perigord Noir; ideally located in Plazac, half way between Sarlat and Périgueux, Les Eyzies and Lascaux, 5 km away from the Vézère Valley. My property...
Located 13.3 km from Ajat38 € the double room 
Maison d'hôtes : Les Châtaigniers    
8.8
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Mauzens-et-Miremont
Located in the heart of the Black Perigord 30 km from Sarlat. Possibility of dining in the evening. Heated pool. Entrance. Privés. 4 health Rooms 2-3 people. And family suite of 2to...
Located 19.4 km from AjatFrom 49 € to 59 € the double room 
Maison de marquay  
Marquay
Maison de Marquay, not quite a hotel... Not quite a bed and breakfast, but a guest house full of charm, located in the heart of Black Perigord in the Dordogne, in the triangle of Sarlat,...
Located 25 km from AjatFrom 78 € to 106 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gîte de la Roche en Périgord  
9.8
Thenon
Situated in a hamlet between Thenon and Montignac-Lascaux, our cottage enjoys the peaceful setting of the Black Perigord. Near the site of Lascaux, close to Dordogne and Vézère valleys...
Located 6.2 km from AjatFrom 350 € to 450 € per week 
Gite maskali en perigord  
9.2
Thenon
It is an old stone barn restored three houses about 43 sqm each. They are all different from their design and decoration. -Le Perigord upstairs, under the roof with a bedroom closet...
Located 6.3 km from AjatFrom 350 € to 600 € per week 
Les bleuets - domaine de Landrevie  
10
Saint-Geyrac
Holiday ordered 3 or 4 * 8 persons with large pool and tennis court, playground ball, long walks in our beautiful countryside close to Sarlat, Les Eyzies and attractions of the Per...
Located 14.9 km from AjatFrom 1000 € to 1850 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping le Bois du Coderc (permanent)    
9.2
Antonne-et-Trigonant
Located in the scenic Perigord region, 10 km. from Périgueux, the Bois du Coderc is a calm, picturesque, part wooded, riverside site, ideally situated for visiting many interesting...
Located 13.8 km from AjatFrom 12 € to 15.50 € per day 
Hpa la garenne  
Peyrignac
La Garenne Camping & Caravanning***, open all year round and located at the gateway to the Périgord Noir, offers stays by the week, at night or in long weekend, in rented accommodation...
Located 13.8 km from Ajat12.20 € per day 
Yelloh Village Lascaux Vacances  
Saint-Amand-de-Coly
Ideally situated next to the Lascaux Caves, the Lascaux Vacances Yelloh Village offers a break in the countryside under the shade of the truffle-producing oaks. Take a family tour of...
Located 21 km from AjatFrom 16 € to 31 € per day 

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HOTELS
Le Moulin De Mitou     
8.8
Auriac-du-Périgord
Le Moulin De Mitou is located in the Aquitane countryside, outside the village of Auriac-du-Périgord. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, sauna and Jacuzzi. All guestrooms in the...
Located 12.1 km from AjatRoom from 85 €
Hôtel- Restaurant La Renaissance     
8.4
Rouffignac-Saint-Cernin-de-Reilhac
Hotel La Renaissance welcomes you in Rouffignac, close to the Lascaux Caves and Sarlat. It offers 8 comfortable rooms. The rooms at La Renaissance feature a TV and Internet access and...
Located 12.4 km from AjatRoom from 42 €
Hostellerie La Charmille     
8.1
Antonne-et-Trigonant
Set on the banks of the River Isle, this 2-star hotel offers a shaded terrace in the garden. Perigueux Train Station is 11 km away and the restaurant serves regional cuisine. The soundproofed...
Located 14.3 km from AjatRoom from 62 €

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