The Dordogne is an area where nature and culture meet rivers, cliffs and caves, plateaux and valleys, that are a result of millions of years of geological evolution.

The varied local landscape and typical agriculture and architecture give the area it's pastoral beauty. Prehistoric sites and cave paintings, temples and abbeys, castels and fortified towns bear witness to more than 300,000 years of human habitation. With regard to prehistory, The Dordogne is without doubt the most important region of Europe and one of the most important sites worldwide.

The local traditions, the cuisine, the many cultural happenings and the lovely climate have earned the region the reputation of being something of a french paradise. The characteristic natural environment and the diverse cultural heritage of the region allow you to both enjoy many sports and enrich yourself culturally. See also activities.

The Dordogne lets you discover literally hundreds of fantastic french villages and hamlets, such as Saint-Léon sur Vézère, Limeuil (where the Vézère river enters the Dordogne river) and many more. The best known places (Les Eyzies, Lascaux and Sarlat) only represent the top of the iceberg.

From La Combe you may discover in many ways different aspects of the "Dordogne-Périgord". We can supply you with practical information, required materials or fitting guidance. We also like to give our personal advice.

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