Saint-Hilaire-les-Places

Saint-Hilaire-les-Places

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownSaint-Hilaire-les-PlacesNexon at 4.6 km (5 min)
Insee code87150Rilhac-Lastours at 4.8 km (8 min)
Postcode87800La Meyze at 8.7 km (9 min)
Latitude45.6487660Meilhac at 8.7 km (10 min)
Longitude1.1591980Ladignac-le-Long at 9.1 km (10 min)
AltitudeFrom 320 to 492 metersSaint-Maurice-les-Brousses at 9.4 km (10 min)
Surface23.06 km²Burgnac at 10.9 km (12 min)
Population850 inhabitantsLa Roche-l'Abeille at 11.9 km (12 min)
Density36 inhabitants/km²Janailhac at 11.9 km (12 min)
National labelBussière-Galant at 13 km (14 min)
Chief townLimoges (at 27 km, 35 min)Jourgnac at 13 km (14 min)
DepartmentHaute-VienneFlavignac at 13.2 km (14 min)
RegionLimousinSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Saint-Hilaire-les-Places, scored "4 flowers", gold medal 2001 European Competition for Towns and villages in bloom, offering an annual quality flowers worth the trip. This floral highlights the Notre-Dame, dating from the 17th century and houses quarry granite quarried blue Saint-Hilaire for more than half of the 20th century.

Found that flowering in the village of Old Saint-Hilaire, the historic heart of the town where stands the Romanesque church of the 12th century, recently renovated and which have been updated with beautiful frescos of the origin of the church. Stained glass lately signed Lea Sham's embellish this place.

Saint-Hilaire-les-Places combines tradition and modernity. Indeed, a museum shop of the earth can pass on to younger generations the skills of many tile makers who exploited the clay soil of the south of the town. Today two more tile craftsmanship are active, producing the flat tile that gives its character to the structure of the country. Courses of clay are offered year round for children and adults.

The town of Saint-Hilaire-les-Places has developed a tourism industry around Lake Boat and beach. It is an ideal place for trekking on foot, by bicycle, on horseback, but also for the practice of fishing for carp or predator.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Village of Old Saint-Hilaire.
  • 12th century Romanesque church.
  • Chapel of Our Lady of the 17th century.
  • Workshop Museum of the Earth.
  • Lake Piacenza and its beach, pedal boats, waterslide, bar.
  • Horseback riding: Pleasure Lake, Lake Saint-Hilaire-les-Places, it is offered riding lessons and rides for the older or pony for the little ones (lectures and walks are assured that the summer).
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Lafarge

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Guided walks to the Romanesque church of Old Saint-Hilaire during July and August.
  • In July and August, market picnic at Lake Placentia, sale and consumption of locally produced handicrafts.
  • On 15 August, traditional holiday at Lake Boat, inflatable games for children, garage sale, the evening meal, fireworks on the lake, dancing at night.
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 5°C
Thursday 16 February
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Friday 17 February
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RESTAURANTS 
Les voyageurs
La Coquille
Former post late 18th century, situated on the N21 between Limoges and Périgueux in the Natural Park Peri gord Limousin, you will discover a magnificent room Perigord and the Terrace...
Located 18.7 km from Saint-Hilaire-les-PlacesFrom 25 € to 45 € per person 
Le temps d'une pause  SPECIAL OFFER
Limoges
Time for a break offers packages ranging from 9 € to 27 € entrance with a buffet and dessert will. Our specialty beef Limousin certified label 'blason prestige' should not leave you...
Located 25 km from Saint-Hilaire-les-PlacesFrom 10 € to 35 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Domaine de Laugeraud  
La Roche-l'Abeille
“Le Domaine de Laugeraud” is located next to the Périgord-Limousin Nature Parc, and is equally distanced between Limoges and Perigueux. Only 10 kilometers from Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche,...
Located 8.6 km from Saint-Hilaire-les-Places 
La ferme du Puyrenon (demeure du 17ème)    
10
Flavignac
Tables cottages and homes campung.
Located 10.6 km from Saint-Hilaire-les-Places40 € the double room 
Domaine de la Ribière  
Pageas
In the Parc Naturel Périgord-Limousin, near the road Limoges-Périgueux, owned 32 acres, fully fenced with a lake of carp fishing, heated pool, sauna. Sylviane and Michel offer 6 rooms...
Located 12.8 km from Saint-Hilaire-les-Places55 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Le cadran solaire
Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche
The gateway to the Perigord and the Corrèze, independent apartment on the ground floor of the house surrounded by horse owners. Close to the city center and the lake, very quiet area...
Located 14.6 km from Saint-Hilaire-les-PlacesFrom 190 € to 305 € per week 
Les Croix Bancaud
Jumilhac-le-Grand
Rental restored old house 400 m from the village of Grand Jumilhac (1100 inhabitants) for 5 people, situated between the castle (300 m) and the Isle river (400 m) with garage. Southwest...
Located 18.7 km from Saint-Hilaire-les-PlacesFrom 350 € to 500 € per week 
La Petite Maison  
9.4
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Champagnac-la-Rivière
A charming cozy cottage, situated in a quiet location close to local shops. This cottage is fully equipped to help you enjoy a relaxing holiday, with access to the heated pool. Ideal...
Located 20 km from Saint-Hilaire-les-PlacesFrom 300 € to 690 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Parc Verger    
8.8
Champagnac-la-Rivière
Ideally situated in the Heart of France within a few kilometres of the N21, a convenient day's drive from the Channel ports, Parc Verger has been developed by Bob and Di Banks in a...
Located 20 km from Saint-Hilaire-les-Places17 € per day 
Camping de Montréal    
9.3
Saint-Germain-les-Belles
Need to decompress? A change of scenery? Envy of nature? We offer a break to calm the St Germain Les Belles(5 km from the A20 Paris / Toulouse, exit 42), guaranteed! Camping, terraces,...
Located 27 km from Saint-Hilaire-les-PlacesFrom 16.40 € to 19.40 € per day 

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HOTELS
Camping du Lac Plaisance 
Saint-Hilaire-les-Places
This holiday village is located in the tourist and leisure area of Lake Plaisance. It features apartments with a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen. Camping Du Lac Plaisance’s...
Located in Saint-Hilaire-les-PlacesRoom from 42 €
Hotel La Tour Blanche     
9
Saint-Yrieix-la-Perche
Situated at the crossroads of the Dordogne and Corrèze regions, this brand new hotel welcomes you in green settings between town and countryside and it offers panoramic views of a small...
Located 12.6 km from Saint-Hilaire-les-PlacesRoom from 72 €
Logis Le Saint Eloi     
8
Solignac
Situated south of Limoges in the heart of the charming village of Solignac, this hotel offers quiet, comfortable accommodation on the Way of St James. The Logis Le Saint Éloi features...
Located 14.9 km from Saint-Hilaire-les-PlacesRoom from 63 €

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