Saint-Geniès

Saint-Geniès

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownSaint-Geniès
Insee code24412
Postcode24590
Latitude44.9943870
Longitude1.2505720
Surface33.59 km²
Population988 inhabitants
Density29 inhabitants/km²
Chief townPérigueux (at 71 km, 56 min)CLOSEST TOWNS
DepartmentDordogneLa Chapelle-Aubareil at 6.4 km (7 min)
RegionAquitaineSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Beautiful village situated between Sarlat Perigord and the Lascaux caves.


SIGHTSEEING

Village and its stone houses with slate roofs.

Historic national monument and remains of the dungeon.

14th century chapel with frescoes classified.

Magnificent church which takes place with excellent acoustics, concerts.

Gastronomy: inns and restaurants that perpetuates the traditional cuisine.

Detailed information
MonumentsCastle of Saint-Geniès,   Chapel of the Cheylat,   Church Notre-Dame de l'Assomption

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

A market is held every year on Sunday morning when all the local produce to go: vegetables, mushrooms and figs with foie gras, truffles, cabécous oil, nuts, poultry, etc..

Summer Night Market on Wednesdays from 19h to 23h where you can dine with market products cooked on site in front of castle registered historical monuments and a few meters from the ruins of the keep.

Annual fair every Monday from Easter meals (economic, bacon, we do not change a winning recipe!).

Christmas Market on Sunday before Christmas is a tradition, a truffle market also takes place every Sunday morning from December to February Hall Old Town Hall.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Situated between Sarlat and Lascaux caves, many tour opportunities available to you.

Hiking trails can enjoy the beautiful scenery and local architecture so special.

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
18-hole golf course in the Dordogne ValleySports sensations37 €Lachapelle-Auzac (17.1 km)
Canoe or kayak hire in the DordogneNature and the outdoorsFrom 13 € to 21 €Carsac-Aillac (17.4 km)
Maiden flight over the Dordogne ValleySports sensationsFrom 85 € to 160 €Nespouls (18.9 km)
Bicycle hire at the heart of Black PérigordNature and the outdoorsFrom 10 € to 140 €Castelnaud-la-Chapelle (22 km)
L'Appel de la Forêt adventure trailSports sensations19 €Thenon (22 km)

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PHOTOS
One of the most beautiful views of Saint-Geniès
 
Saint-Geniès
Night Market on Wednesday evening from July to August
 
A tradition, planted on May mayor representing the village
Chapel Cheylat
  
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WEATHER
Wednesday 19 June
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Thursday 20 June
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Friday 21 June
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RESTAURANTS 
Le Petit Manoir  
8.2
Sarlat-la-Canéda
In a mansion of the fifteenth century, you will be served in the garden or in the dining period. Modern kitchen, local produce with Asian flavors. Warm and friendly atmosphere. Lunch...
Located 12 km from Saint-Geniès35 € per person 
Les Délices de Lauralice  
9.2
Sarlat-la-Canéda
Located in an alley in the heart of the medieval town of Sarlat, near the ancient city walls and adjoining tower of the fifteenth century, the delights of Lauralice you home in a rustic,...
Located 12.1 km from Saint-GenièsFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 
Lo Gorissado  
8.9
Saint-André-d'Allas
HISTORY - This is a few kilometers from the medieval town of Sarlat-la-Caneda the heart of Black Périgord, the Lo Gorissado restaurant welcomes you in a charming setting. A house in...
Located 15.7 km from Saint-Geniès62 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Manoir du Rieu  
Saint-Geniès
Isabelle and Philippe welcome you to Rieu, in the authenticity of a comfortable home, dating from the seventeenth century, with its thick stone walls and slate roofs. Enjoy the shady...
Located in Saint-Geniès95 € the double room 
Ferme auberge des genestes  
Saint-Geniès
The farm inn offers Genestes stop for a few hours or a few days of your desire for a traditional meal or a relaxing and rewarding at the heart of a region popular for thousands of years...
Located in Saint-GenièsFrom 46 € to 52 € the double room 
Les Clauzels    
9.6
Proissans
Our three cottages are furnished in our house Perigord, 5 km from Sarlat, capital of Black Périgord. Ideally located for exploring the main sights of the Dordogne Valley between Vézère...
Located 7.7 km from Saint-GenièsFrom 68 € to 83 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Le Fournil
Saint-Geniès
It is a cottage of 70 m ² located between Sarlat and Montignac. It consists of a fully equipped kitchen open to the living / dining room, a bathroom, a separate toilet and two bedrooms....
Located in Saint-GenièsFrom 450 € to 900 € per week 
Le mascolet
Saint-Crépin-et-Carlucet
Located to1 km Salignac Eyvigues 2 (24) and its shops, no neighbors house newly renovated, 2 bedrooms (beds 2grand cot), SB, large lounge dining room, fully equipped open kitchen, laundry...
Located 4.9 km from Saint-GenièsFrom 450 € to 550 € per week 
Gîte La Rouchie en Périgord Noir  
9.2
La Chapelle-Aubareil
For holidays in France, in the Dordogne, in the heart of Black Périgord, we offer for rent a typical stone house dating from 1851 with adobe soil. A 7 km from Montignac Lascaux (5 km...
Located 4.9 km from Saint-GenièsFrom 400 € to 1150 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping de Maillac    
9.1
Sarlat-la-Canéda
Camping de Maillac is situated 10 minutes from Sarlat, which is very picturesque, medieval town. By day, you can admire the beautiful architecture, wander through the extensive Saturday...
Located 9.1 km from Saint-Geniès21.50 € per day 
Camping les charmes    
10
Sainte-Mondane
Camping in Perigord, quiet. 3 daisies. Near caves, castles, swimming, fishing, bicycle...
Located 17.9 km from Saint-Geniès 
Camping Le Rocher de La Granelle  
Le Bugue
Hello, You can join us in our campsite if your are looking for a nice place with a good ambiance. We are pretty close to the supermarket and the town center. Also Sarlat is anly at...
Located 28 km from Saint-GenièsFrom 11.50 € to 20 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hotellerie la Borie    
6.9
Saint-Geniès
Located 1.3 km from the village of Saint-Geniès, this hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and restaurant with a bar. In Saint-Geniès guests can visit a 14th-century château and a...
Located in Saint-GenièsRoom from 38 €
Hôtel Restaurant La Terrasse    
7.7
Salignac-Eyvigues
Located in the heart of Salignac-Eyvigues Village, 500 metres from Salignac Castle, Hôtel Restaurant La Terrasse offers a traditional restaurant, a bar and a terrace. All of the rooms...
Located 6 km from Saint-GenièsRoom from 55 €
Hôtel Gardette     
8.5
Saint-Amand-de-Coly
This hotel is located in the heart of the Perigord region, famous for black truffles. It offers spacious, en suite rooms in the village of Saint-Amand-de-Coly. Free WI-Fi is provided...
Located 7.7 km from Saint-GenièsRoom from 51 €

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