Orgnac-sur-Vézère

Orgnac-sur-Vézère

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownOrgnac-sur-VézèreVoutezac at 5.5 km (7 min)
Insee code19154Estivaux at 8.6 km (10 min)
Postcode19410Vignols at 9 km (11 min)
Latitude45.3353490Troche at 9 km (11 min)
Longitude1.4509020Beyssac at 10.4 km (13 min)
AltitudeFrom 171 to 406 metersObjat at 10.6 km (13 min)
Surface18.76 km²Saint-Solve at 10.7 km (13 min)
Population304 inhabitantsSaint-Sornin-Lavolps at 11.3 km (14 min)
Density16 inhabitants/km²Vigeois at 11.5 km (14 min)
Chief townTulle (at 42 km, 48 min)Saint-Bonnet-la-Rivière at 12 km (15 min)
DepartmentCorrèzeLascaux at 12.3 km (15 min)
RegionLimousinSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

The town is part of the circuit of Vézère Valley.

The church was rebuilt in the 14th century, has many masterpieces including an altarpiece of the seventeenth, eighteenth century. It covers the statues of St Martin and St Etienne Aubazine. In addition, wall paintings of the thirteenth, fourteenth and seventeenth centuries were discovered during work in the church. This setting is located in the choir of the church, is an altarpiece painted. Some patterns are representative of the baroque iconography. The patterns and texts of the medallions have the theme of the Annunciation.

The site Comborn, pride orgnacois, which remain today the tower and buildings, overlooking the valley on a rocky promontory surrounded on three sides by the Vézère. This site was home to the Middle Ages one of the most powerful aristocratic dynasties of the Lower Limousin: Viscounts of the Comborn.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The church, its altar and the seventeenth eighteenth, its mural paintings of the thirteenth, fourteenth and seventeenth centuries.
  • Comborn Castle: Located on the right bank of the Vézère, he has crossed a spur. Heavy stone defensive structures were built with three walls from the 11th to the 14th century. Beside the main building of 1753, subsitent fortifications,''a''main tower of the 11th century, three underground rooms, the castle ruins of the 15th and a chapel. This site was home to the Middle Ages one of the most powerful aristocratic dynasties of the Lower Limousin: the Comborn. Guided tours available by appointment only. Tel. : +33 5 55 73 77 23.
  • The valley of the Vézère.

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • The first weekend of July: annual village festival with fireworks on Sunday evening, entertainment.
  • The first Sunday of September: Garage sale.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • The Charterhouse of Glandier to Beyssac
  • Vigeois: the Abbey of the 12th century, the old bridge, if the millennium. Lake Pontcharal allowed for swimming and fishing.
  • Donzenac: the medieval city of Travassac and Pans.
  • Many hiking routes.
PHOTOS
View Comborn Castle
 
Church of Orgnac
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Thursday 16 February
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Friday 17 February
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RESTAURANTS 
Hotel ** Restaurant Ambroise  
9.5
Uzerche
Hotel Restaurant. Logis de France 2 Chimneys.   Calm and pleasant with a terrace overlooking the Vezere and a garden on the River. Our chef will find a gourmet kitchen that invites...
Located 13.6 km from Orgnac-sur-VézèreFrom 15 € to 35 € 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 15.2 km from Orgnac-sur-VézèreFrom 20 € to 30 € per person 
La residence
Salagnac
Traditional restaurant (menu item) and booking (gastronomic menus)
Located 17.6 km from Orgnac-sur-VézèreFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Ferme de la Borde    
8
Saint-Bonnet-l'Enfantier
In the quiet of a country divided between Perigord and Limousin, easily accessible (6 km from crossing highway A20-A89), a house with stones and ocher color slate stands amid a grove...
Located 6.9 km from Orgnac-sur-Vézère52 € the double room 
Manoir lascaux    SPECIAL OFFER
Objat
Ex-renovated mansion, with a park with trees and flowers including: 1 Bedroom suite with 2 / 4 pers. Shower room, wc, tv direct access outside - an upstairs room 2 pers. Shower room,...
Located 8.9 km from Orgnac-sur-VézèreFrom 50 € to 80 € the double room 
La vieille Grange Chambre d'Hôte  
Lagraulière
Lagraulière is a quiet village in the heart of Corrèze. Located on the outskirts of Lagraulière, this former barn has four rooms available 10 m ² to 32 m ², all equipped with televisions...
Located 14.9 km from Orgnac-sur-VézèreFrom 45 € to 75 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gites la Colline  
9.7
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Saint-Solve
Mirabelle, a pretty cottage in an old farm, beautiful countryside views. On the edge of La Chapelle Salamard, a tiny old village in the west of the Corrèze. Lounge/kitchen, upstairs...
Located 6 km from Orgnac-sur-VézèreFrom 340 € to 540 € per week 
Gites de Leycuras - La Treille
Concèze
Cottage Farm is open all year, located 5 km from the town of Pompadour, the horse, with all shops, doctors pharmacists... Open all year, weekly rentals for stays discoveries in the...
Located 10.1 km from Orgnac-sur-VézèreFrom 390 € to 630 € per week 
Penny Cottage
Lubersac
Secluded and quiet location for this comfortable 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage with a plunge pool in the Correze.
Located 10.9 km from Orgnac-sur-VézèreFrom 350 € to 675 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping municipal du lac de pontcharal    
9.7
Vigeois
80 squares of 100 m are located on nearly 3 acres of lawn, a gently sloping, the other on the terrace, facing the lake. Erables Lacina, birch trees and hedges surround the charming...
Located 7.8 km from Orgnac-sur-Vézère 
Le Domaine Bleu   
10
Saint-Pardoux-Corbier
This campground with 25 sites, located near a lake (fishing!), With tennis court and children's games, is surrounded by nature with plenty of space and tranquility. You are welcome!...
Located 10.5 km from Orgnac-sur-Vézère12.50 € per day 
Moulin de la Geneste    
9.6
Condat-sur-Ganaveix
Ideal for nature lovers. Located in the Correze region of Limousin, and Nearly 10 acres of undulating land with a lake and a small river trout. IS The campground quiet and peaceful,...
Located 19.4 km from Orgnac-sur-VézèreFrom 9.30 € to 11.50 € per day 

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HOTELS
Inter-Hotel Les Coquelicots     
8.8
Saint-Pardoux-l'Ortigier
This Inter-Hotel is located in a quiet park between the Limousin, Quercy and Perigord regions. It offers guests free access to the outdoor swimming pool. The Inter-Hotel Les Coquelicots...
Located 10.3 km from Orgnac-sur-VézèreRoom from 70 €
Relais Du Bas Limousin     
7.5
Sadroc
Relais Du Bas Limousin welcomes you to Sadroc, a charming town located north of Brive-la-Gaillarde, in the heart of Corrèze. Whether on a business trip or a relaxing family holiday,...
Located 10.9 km from Orgnac-sur-VézèreRoom from 58 €
Hôtel Restaurant La Maleyrie     
8
Sadroc
Set in the Limousin countryside, this hotel is located 15 minutes from Brive-la-Gaillarde. It offers a bar and restaurant with a terrace in the garden overlooking Mount Auvergne. Guest...
Located 11.2 km from Orgnac-sur-VézèreRoom from 50 €

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