Places of Interest and things to do

Golf – There are two Golf courses within easy travelling distance. There is one at Brive and the other is at Périgueux
Brive - www.golfdebrive.com
Périgueux - www.golfdeperigueux.com

Riding – There are Riding Stables near Terrasson at www.laforetacheval.com

Market Days and Shopping – There are lots of interesting and varied markets to visit. They provide great opportunities to try France’s renowned cheeses and, of course, to practise your French, if you choose to, although the French are very helpful and will guide you.
Listed below are just a few markets to go to. In the summer months there are farmers markets in lovely little villages and towns during most days and some evenings:
St Genies – Sunday morning traditional market. You must visit this village and don’t forget your camera.
Sarlat – Saturdays and Wednesdays. Large, busy, very varied market in a medieval setting with fantastic architecture.
Montignac – Wednesday morning traditional market in this lovely little town. There are plenty of restaurants and places to eat and you can visit the famous caves of Lascaux.
Terrasson – Thursday morning varied market on the medieval bridge and surrounding streets and square
Le Lardin – Friday morning local market
Brive – Wednesdays and Saturdays – huge market selling everything. Brive also has plenty of shops and restaurants in the surrounding areas
Périgueux – Wednesdays and Saturdays are market days. Périgueux has many upmarket shops, restaurants and interesting architecture.

Towns and Villages nearby
St Genies, Archignac, Sarlat, Terrasson, Brive, Montignac, St Amand de Coly, Hautefort and Perigueux. These are just a few towns and villages that are worth visiting.

Countryside – The countryside around La Cassagne is simply beautiful and is fantastic for short and long walks. The countryside is varied with dense wood, walnut groves, and other farmed land. For the bird enthusiast, most noticeable are the buzzards that soar above, the owls and nightingales to be heard in the evening. Similar to the UK, one can purchase detailed maps (Carte Bleu) for walking around the surrounding area.

For those who are nocturnal, then don’t miss the wonderful clear skies to gaze at the amazing stars which feel really close to you.