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In Saint-Geniès as all over Fénelon country,
the unspoiled surroundings form a perfect
backdrop for a number of thematic walking
tours. Very well signposted, some of these
walks feature periodic events such as the “Mill
Tour” at the beginning of April or the “Round
the Villages”, in mid-October. The “Between
stones and slates” and the Millar’s trail, with
hiking guides available at the Salignac Tourist
Office, can be enjoyed all year round.
Hiking Pleasure
Superbly Preserved Monuments
A little off the route that links Sarlat to Montignac, Saint-Geniès has three listed
buildings that are worth a trip. Firstly, our Lady of Assumption and the castle
(below)
both constructed in the XIIth century and modified following the French
Wars of Religion. Despite some differences in their architectural style, the overall
impression is harmonious. Next, not far from the church, Cheylard Gothic chapel
with an interesting West Front and inside, some very beautiful fresco paintings.
Further afield, the hamlets of Genestal and La Brousse are just as beautifully
preserved as Saint-Geniès. Less than a mile and a half west of the village, Pelvézy
Castle, which suffered extensive destruction, has now fully been restored and hosts
a holiday center.
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The local stone roofing technique has not
changed over the centuries. Ideally chestnut-
wood, the frame is designed to carry a weight
of 1,000 to 1,765 lbs. per square meter and
complies with strict geometrical require-
ments. The structure, with a 45° slant, rests
on a wall no less than 50 cm thick (just under
2 feet). Each stone must be meticulously and
skilfully placed to ensure that the finished roof
is solid, watertight and pleasing to the eye.
Time Old Tradition
Roland Manouvrier, renowned
artisan ice-cream maker, mixes
over a hundred ice cream and sor-
bet flavours to delight your taste
buds. Fruit, flowers, herbs from all
over the world reveal their savours
in novel creations, enjoy: Marco
Polo, Indochina, Basil Instinct or
quite simply Périgord Strawberry.
Melt with Pleasure
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