Gavaudun

Gavaudun

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownGavaudun
Insee code47109
Postcode47150
Latitude44.5602090
Longitude0.8882570
AltitudeFrom 105 to 243 meters
Surface21.33 km²
Population308 inhabitants
Density14 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townAgen (at 60 km, 65 min)Salles at 2.2 km (2 min)
DepartmentLot-et-GaronneMontagnac-sur-Lède at 5.1 km (6 min)
RegionAquitaineSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Gavaudun is a small village dominated by its castle from the 11th century with a remarkable tower, nestled between the valleys of the Lot and Dordogne, near the majestic castles and Bonaguil Biron, country houses and Monflanquin Monpazier. The castle controlled the crossing in the valley, Gavaudun being a sort of Perigord.


SIGHTSEEING

The castle and the village of Gavaudun.

On the hills, the hamlet has a church Laurenque some very interesting and beautiful homes.

Detailed information
MonumentsCastle of Gavaudun

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Valley Gavaudun Lacapelle-Biron is a classified site, with several old water mills. It passes through the pretty village of St. Avitus where is the birthplace of Bernard Palissy, inventor of the ceramic (and museum exhibitions).

An apiary school, located at the entrance to the valley Gavaudun offers training in relation to beekeeping. Tasting of honey and gingerbread are also proposed. Contact: Tel. : +33 5 53 40 81 77.

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Canoe, kayak, bicycle, all-terrain or mountain bike hireNature and the outdoorsFrom 5 € to 25 €Montayral (11.1 km)
Eco-museum at a farmCulture and educationFreeTournon-d'Agenais (18.7 km)
Maiden flight and microlight lessonsSports sensationsFrom 40 € to 159 €Belvès (26 km)

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PHOTOS
Gavaudun medieval village dominated by its castle
  
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WEATHER
Thursday 23 May
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Min. 5°C - Max. 15°C
Friday 24 May
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Min. 6°C - Max. 12°C
Saturday 25 May
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Min. 1°C - Max. 14°C
RESTAURANTS 
Galerie.M. Café Restaurant  
7.8
Monpazier
For a beautiful encounter between art and the table: The Galerie.M. opens the doors of his domain Monpazier, the heart of the Dordogne. Discover a unique place that combines artistic...
Located 13.4 km from Gavaudun32 € per person 
La Dolce Vita  
8.7
Villeréal
Located in a pretty village in the Lot-et-Garonne, Dolce Vita welcomes you in a friendly atmosphere. The decor is modern and subtle playing with stone walls. In the kitchen, do not...
Located 14.4 km from Gavaudun35 € per person 
Etincelles
Sainte-Sabine-Born
IDYLLIC - Nestled deep in the Périgord in Sainte-Sabine-Born, a village of a few hundred souls, this restaurant is a unique address! Sparks, that's his name, is a bit ordinary. In a...
Located 18.2 km from Gavaudun 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le Prieuré du Château de Biron    
10
Biron
Deluxe Bed And Breakfast located in the charming village of Biron dominated by its castle. Located in an old priory which has been lovingly renovated, you will find elegant rooms a...
Located 8 km from GavaudunFrom 125 € to 165 € the double room 
Gîte La Ferme de Myriam    
10
Montayral
South Dordogne Lot Valley - Cottage Farm Myriam offers four guest rooms including a master suite (3 ears charm) 2 and 3 star holiday cottages, independent 4 to 5 people in an area of...
Located 10.5 km from Gavaudun70 € the double room 
Fontaine des oiseaux    
9.8
Saint-Vite
A pretty farmhouse close to the village of Saint-Vite. Situated in grounds of 5 hectares of pasture & woodland, Fontaine des Oiseaux is the place to pass an unforgetable holiday where...
Located 11.5 km from Gavaudun55 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Castelwood Vacances  
9.2
Biron
At the foot of the Castle of Biron, nestled in a wood, are our 15 wooden chalets. Each chalet has more than 540 sq. ft. living space as well as a spacious porch of 160 sq. ft. They...
Located 7.2 km from GavaudunFrom 306 € to 833 € per week 
Marcou, les figuiers de Monflanquin : 16
Monflanquin
Looking for a vacation idea to bring your family and friends in a warm, family atmosphere... If you like good wine, good food, castles, caves, prehistoric sites and parks, or just lazing...
Located 8.1 km from GavaudunFrom 1500 € to 2200 € per week 
Les Figuiers de Monflanquin... !
Monflanquin
Looking for a vacation idea to gather your friends and family in a friendly family atmosphere..  You like good wine, good food, castles, caves, prehistoric sites and parks, or just...
Located 8.1 km from GavaudunFrom 750 € to 1100 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Les catalpas    
9.1
Fumel
Located in the heart of South West between Périgord and Gascony and the first orchard in France, Positioned at the crossroads of 3 departments (Lot, Lot et Garonne and Dordogne) our...
Located 10.5 km from GavaudunFrom 15 € to 19 € per day 
Valenthèze auberge, camping   
8.7
Montcabrier
Our campsite is situated in a picturesque valley bisected by the small river Thèze. We offer 25 individual sites, each with an area of ​​200m², luxury tents for rent and cottages. Enjoy...
Located 16.9 km from GavaudunFrom 15 € to 20 € per day 
Camping du Lac   
9
Cancon
Halfway between Bergerac (Dordogne) and Villeneuve-sur-Lot (Lot et Garonne), and near the villages of Castillones, Monflanquin and Villereal, located in the authentic region of Lot-et-Garonne,...
Located 20 km from Gavaudun9.10 € per day 

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HOTELS
Domaine de Gavaudun    
8.1
Gavaudun
Domaine de Gavaudun offers independent, self-catering villas and cottages in the south-western village of Gavaudun, with its 11th-century castle. The Domaine features an outdoor swimming...
Located in GavaudunRoom from 29 €
Maisons de vacances Castelwood     
8.9
Biron
Set in the woods, Castelwood is a 10-minute walk from Biron Castle, 20 km south of the Dordogne Valley. It has an outdoor pool and spacious chalets with terrace. The Castelwood chalets...
Located 7.2 km from GavaudunRoom from 40 €
Brit Hotel Vallee Du Lot     
7.6
Fumel
This Brit Hotel is located in Fumel, on the banks of the River Lot in south-western France. It offers an outdoor swimming pool and panoramic views of the Lot Valley. Rooms at the Brit...
Located 9.5 km from GavaudunRoom from 63 €

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