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Perigordian Specialities and River Produce
The ideal way to see Brantôme is to take a
leisurelycruiseontheriverDronne.Board
Brantôme Cruise’s
C
Dronna, moored
at the foot of the Abbey; alternatively
embarkwith the emblematic Jean-Claude,
also known as “Noah”. Along the way you
can admire all the monuments but also
discover the numerous wild river islands.
Cycling Tour or
Romantic River
Cruise…
At the heart of a Biosphere
Reserve, Brantôme is a
halt on the Way of Saint
James that knows how to
welcome the numerous
pilgrims passing through.
With its little shops and
markets, the town is lively
all year long. Look out for
the Local Producers Market
or the Truffle Market
Tuber
Melanosporum
(in season).
To savour fine cuisine while enjoying the view on the Dronne, favour the very
chic Moulin de l’Abbaye
B
, right at the foot of the sanctuary or the Charbonnel
restaurant
D
, with its idyllic terrace suspended over the river
(above)
. If you
prefer to leave the town center, opt for the snug atmosphere of Les Jardins de
Brantôme
E
or the Moulin de Vigonac
F
, in the ultimate bucolic setting. Either
way, you can be sure of a memorable gourmet experience, tasting Périgord-style
duck fillet or perhaps pan-fried pike-perch with Bergerac wine sauce!
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