The village Carennac developed from the 11th century after the founding of a priory of the Order of Cluny. Nestled along the walls of the monastery, it retains many aspects of the Middle Ages. The church Saint-Pierre is a beautiful Romanesque building with a magnificent 12th century tympanum. Cloister, rebuilt in the 15th century after the Hundred Years War, contains in its chapter house's famous Entombment, sculpture of the late 15th century of rare perfection.
The 16th century marked a revival of Carennac: he sees the construction of the castle of Dean, whose facade of white stone of the country, mullioned windows, the carved windows, is reflected in the calm waters of the Dordogne. From that time flourishing of the early Renaissance, the great house dating we discovered while walking in the village. In the following century, Fenelon, Dean Carennac, there would have written his famous "Telemachus." The island opposite the village still retains the name Calypso.
But Carennac is also its surrounding countryside, the plateau with its old villages, its dry stone walls, flocks of sheep by a prehistoric site, an old work, is a stone cross, a cave ... to discover, so pass by Magnagues. Carennac is also the Dordogne valley with its fields of asparagus, its walnut orchards and cattle ... The canoe trip will reveal the secrets of the fauna and flora of the River.
SIGHTSEEING
Roman Road - Site Clunisien.
Saint Peter's Church - Monastery - Castle Carennac where a museum and home to the "Heritage Area" throughout the region. The chapter house and its sculptures and bas reliefs.
The streets and alleys with its 16th century mansions.
In July-August number of cultural events organized by the festival of Saint-Cere.
Early August theater and outdoor cinema organized by the friends of Carennac.
The town festival the first Sunday after August 15.
From spring to November shows.
In November class sculpture.
The Christmas market in the cloister.
ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
A bird's eye view of 20 km, seven of the most beautiful villages of France. Autoire, Loubressac, Lacapelle-Marivaux, Cardaillac Curemonte, Collonges-la-Rouge, Turenne.
Castles: Castelnau 2nd Fortress France - Montal, a Renaissance jewel.
The 2nd site is 21 km France: Rocamadour.
The Padirac (7 km), the caves of Presque and Lacave.
Vineyards Branceilles and glean.
Magnificent walking and cycling routes passing through some lovely villages.
A little further (1 hour drive): Sarlat, Domme ... Aubazine, the prehistoric caves of Lascaux, but also Saint-Cirq Lapopie the Cele valley, the caves of Pech Merle and many other treasures.
We offer a fresh and innovative kitchen and we serve every day a new menu from the maket.
Located 10 km from Carennac
From 20 € to 25 € per person
Grand Hotel Le Turenne
7.8
Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne
In the heart of the medieval city of Beaulieue-sur-Dordogne, the Grand Hotel Le Turenne is a charming property located in an old building of the 16th century. In the kitchen, Chef,...
Located 10.7 km from Carennac
25 € per person
Le Lion d'Or
8.7
SPECIAL OFFER
Gramat
Marc Prunière warmly welcomes you to its restaurant Le Lion d'Or. Enjoy the refined and impeccable service that awaits you. Come and enjoy the local specialties such as foie gras au...
A beautiful house in a beautiful village near the Dordogne. 3 bedrooms each with private shower and toilet, lounge, garden and small pool.
Located in Carennac
65 € the double room
Chateau de la Tuilerie
9.2
Martel
House XIXe century, on its park of 8 hectares, under the cliffs of Gluges, with 5 vast and comfortable rooms of charm. French billiards in the Orangery. Vast terrace for the relaxation...
Located 7.7 km from Carennac
From 65 € to 100 € the double room
La Grange
9
Astaillac
La Grange is a carefully restored old barn and is located in heart of Bourg d'Astaillac 5 km from Beaulieu sur Dordogne, in a very quiet location, with views overlooking the valley...
Cottage Label Gîte de France 2 ears - Ref. GR2118V and 3 star ranking by prefecture. Rental modular number of persons and rates according to period (from 130 € to 825 €). Maximum capacity:...
Located 4.2 km from Carennac
From 480 € to 850 € per week
Gite rural 'coeur de village '
Puybrun
Comfortable detached house in a quiet village, with garden independent. A 150 m. all amenities. At 1 km of the river 'Dordogne'
Located 4.3 km from Carennac
From 280 € to 520 € per week
Appartement à l'étage des propriétaires
9.4
Girac
First floor apartment of the house owners in the country.
Camping along the Dordogne river, shaded park of 5 ha, 150 camping places including 34 mobile homes. Located in the heart of attractions, 20 minutes of Rocamadour, the groots of Padirac,...
Located 4.6 km from Carennac
From 13.26 € to 16.50 € per day
Camping *** Les Chalets sur la Dordogne
8.6
Girac
Little familial campsite with big shaded places, a snack-bar restaurant at the edge of the swimming pool, a natural beach on the Dordogne, a lot of games for children and adults; the...
Located 5.5 km from Carennac
From 12.90 € to 16.20 € per day
Camping le Pigeonnier
10
SPECIAL OFFER
Miers
Quiet family camping located in the Parc Naturel Régional des Causses of Quercy between Rocamadour (2nd site in France), and the gulf of Padirac in the heart of the Circuit des Merveilles....
Set in the heart of the Dordogne Valley, this hotel is located in the medieval town of Carennac. You can relax by the outdoor swimming pool or visit the town’s historic abbey. The rooms...
Located in Carennac
Room from 49 €
Inter-Hotel Le Relais De Castelnau
8
Loubressac
Le Relais De Castelnau is located in the heart of one of the most beautiful villages of France, Loubressac, and offers sweeping views overlooking the Dordogne Valley and Castelnau Castle....
Located 7.3 km from Carennac
Room from 75 €
Camping de la Bourgnatelle
8
Bretenoux
Located 2.4 km from Biars-sur-Cère Train Station, this campsite features an outdoor swimming pool, a children’s playground and free Wi-Fi in the public areas. Shops are 200 metres away...
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