Thenon

Thenon

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Located on a rounded hillock, at an altitude of 268 meters, the village of Thenon was a "castrum" defensive position bounded on the west by "Fosse" today met. Occupied since prehistoric times, the territory of the commune Thenon contains several Palaeolithic, but the Gallo-Roman town that flourished.

If the existence of the parish is recorded in the Cartulary of Saint-Amand-de-Coly since 1185, over the centuries, the spelling has varied Thenon. So until the early 13th century, only Teno is usual. But since 1209, the famous troubadour Bertrand de Born wrote Thenon. As to its etymology, it seems that Teno is from a personal name Gallo-Roman Attienus or Attenus, with the suffix-onem.

The remains of the old hill fort are few. The square tower near the church, the apse of the 12th century has been preserved, should belong to the castle while thick walls can imagine this city houses nestled at the foot of the castle. Certainly this has been fortified on numerous occasions, a refuge for the people around, even if during the Hundred Years' War it was taken by the English for three and a half months.

This castle burned by the English, as evidenced by the traces of fire on the tower was many times destroyed and rebuilt. The Lordship of Thenon, first possession of the Eagle, subsequently fell to the powerful family Hautefort, these links are strengthened by alliances like that between Aymard in 1237 by Faye, son of Adhemar, seigneur de Thenon, Marguerite de Born, daughter of the troubadour. Later, John Hautefort made his will and to Thenon "ensevely was in the church Thenon before the altar of St. Anne and the Virgin Mary at the tomb of his mother, with honorable burial according to quality."

7 km from the motorway interchange A89, Thenon is a gateway to the valleys of Vézère and Auvézère, and has many tourist facilities.

• The church whose bell tower is located, he seems, instead of the dungeon of the castle, in a Latin cross, has a semicircular arch and vault and a cul de four altar of Carrara marble dating from 1882.
• The hall was built in an area that is still home to charming homes gardens enclosed by dry stone walls, as in the street or street Deported Berthelot.
• The Jarripigier (towards the pond) was at the time of Canons of the road a large village which had a chapel and cemetery. Coaching inn at the crossroads of major roads, Bordeaux-Brive-Cahors and Perigueux, was probably a place of toll.
• Sports and Recreation:

• Tennis.
• Golf Balls.
• Football field.
• Lake (fishing).
• Hiking.
• Park tree climbing.

• Patron's Day on 1 weekend of July
• Comice agricultural 2nd weekend of August

• Hiking.
• Hiking specialized for children (age group record) on Thenon, Auriac Ajat and available at the tourist office.

Church Thenon

Sunday 12 February Day Night Min. -11°C - Max. -5°C

Monday 13 February Day Night Min. -10°C - Max. -4°C

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. -2°C - Max. 2°C

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 22 km from Thenon From 20 € to 30 € per person

Restaurant de Laugerie Basse   9 Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil In exceptional and a very picturesque part cave, the Inn is nestled under the cliff in the direction of Perigueux, 1.5 km from Les Eyzies. Open since 1947, we will receive for three... Located 22 km from Thenon From 10 € to 25 € per person

Auberge du Musée   9.5 Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil L'Auberge du Museum you will enjoy the best of tradition grastronomique périgourdine by season and mood, you choose to take your e meals, room or terrace. Located 23 km from Thenon From 15 € to 30 € per person

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Villa des Roses     9.2 Plazac Bed & Breakfast at the heart of Perigord Noir; ideally located in Plazac, half way between Sarlat and Périgueux, Les Eyzies and Lascaux, 5 km away from the Vézère Valley. My property... Located 11.5 km from Thenon 38 € the double room

Maison d'hôtes : Les Châtaigniers     8.8   SPECIAL OFFER Mauzens-et-Miremont Located in the heart of the Black Perigord 30 km from Sarlat. Possibility of dining in the evening. Heated pool. Entrance. Privés. 4 health Rooms 2-3 people. And family suite of 2to... Located 20 km from Thenon From 49 € to 59 € the double room

Du cote de brignac     9.5 Brignac-la-Plaine Two beautiful cottages await the side of Brignac at the crossroads of the Corrèze and Dordogne. Outdoor swimming pool in a green and sunny terrace are at your disposal. Located 22 km from Thenon From 60 € to 70 € the double room

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Gite maskali en perigord   9.2 Thenon It is an old stone barn restored three houses about 43 sqm each. They are all different from their design and decoration. -Le Perigord upstairs, under the roof with a bedroom closet... Located in Thenon From 350 € to 600 € per week

Gîte de la Roche en Périgord   9.8 Thenon Situated in a hamlet between Thenon and Montignac-Lascaux, our cottage enjoys the peaceful setting of the Black Perigord. Near the site of Lascaux, close to Dordogne and Vézère valleys... Located in Thenon From 350 € to 450 € per week

Les bleuets - domaine de Landrevie   10 Saint-Geyrac Holiday ordered 3 or 4 * 8 persons with large pool and tennis court, playground ball, long walks in our beautiful countryside close to Sarlat, Les Eyzies and attractions of the Per... Located 16.7 km from Thenon From 1000 € to 1850 € per week

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Hpa la garenne   Peyrignac La Garenne Camping & Caravanning***, open all year round and located at the gateway to the Périgord Noir, offers stays by the week, at night or in long weekend, in rented accommodation... Located 9.6 km from Thenon 12.20 € per day

Yelloh Village Lascaux Vacances   Saint-Amand-de-Coly Ideally situated next to the Lascaux Caves, the Lascaux Vacances Yelloh Village offers a break in the countryside under the shade of the truffle-producing oaks. Take a family tour of... Located 16.3 km from Thenon From 16 € to 31 € per day

Camping le Bois du Coderc (permanent)     9.2 Antonne-et-Trigonant Located in the scenic Perigord region, 10 km. from Périgueux, the Bois du Coderc is a calm, picturesque, part wooded, riverside site, ideally situated for visiting many interesting... Located 18.6 km from Thenon From 12 € to 15.50 € per day

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Le Moulin De Mitou      8.8 Auriac-du-Périgord Le Moulin De Mitou is located in the Aquitane countryside, outside the village of Auriac-du-Périgord. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, sauna and Jacuzzi. All guestrooms in the... Located 7.3 km from Thenon Room from 85 €

Le Hameau Du Moulin      7.6 Montignac Situated in the heart of the Périgord Noir region, 25 kilometres from Sarlat, this residence is ideal for family holidays and offers charming maisonettes equipped with modern facilities.... Located 10.7 km from Thenon Room from 27 €

Hostellerie La Roseraie      8.6 Montignac The hotel welcomes you in a 19th century bourgeois mansion alongside a river, in the village of Montignac. The swimming pool set in the huge 6000m²-garden, the fragrant 100 year-old... Located 10.8 km from Thenon Room from 80 €

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