Guidebook for Saint-Geniez-ô-Merle
Sightseeing
Goulles
Lovely walk to these castle ruins taking in a deserted village.
This beautiful 8th century town is built entirely from red sandstone, and is one of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, a lovely day out.
232 locals recommend
Collonges-la-Rouge
This beautiful 8th century town is built entirely from red sandstone, and is one of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, a lovely day out.
Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne
Medieval city on the banks of the Dordogne
Small and beautiful, one of the 'Plus Beaux Villages de France'. Less touristy than Collonges-la-Rouge, with three chateaux and a hilltop location offering great views.
40 locals recommend
Curemonte
Small and beautiful, one of the 'Plus Beaux Villages de France'. Less touristy than Collonges-la-Rouge, with three chateaux and a hilltop location offering great views.
One of the 'Plus Beaux Villages de France', with a 13th century castle to explore and a hilltop location offering views.
78 locals recommend
Turenne
One of the 'Plus Beaux Villages de France', with a 13th century castle to explore and a hilltop location offering views.
Famed for its beautiful architecture, Salers is located in the Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne.
85 locals recommend
Salers
Famed for its beautiful architecture, Salers is located in the Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne.
Essentials
Saint-Privat
The nearest supermarket only 15 minutes away.
Entertainment & Activities
Le Splash water park in Argentat, set on the banks of the Dordogne river, with a sports centre, bar and supervised swimming. The kids love it!
52 locals recommend
Argentat-sur-Dordogne
Le Splash water park in Argentat, set on the banks of the Dordogne river, with a sports centre, bar and supervised swimming. The kids love it!
Saint-Julien-aux-Bois
Local horse and pony riding centre
Great swimming spot for children, a sandy beach, lifeguarded and bounded swimming area. Also well know for its night time carp fishing.
Lac de Feyt
Great swimming spot for children, a sandy beach, lifeguarded and bounded swimming area. Also well know for its night time carp fishing.
Shopping
Brive is our nearest big city, the place to head for some serious shopping, full of lovely boutique shops.
137 locals recommend
Brive-la-Gaillarde
Brive is our nearest big city, the place to head for some serious shopping, full of lovely boutique shops.
Food Scene
Excellent for a quick lunch or a special dinner.
8 locals recommend
Les Contes de Bruyeres, Martina Kömpel
1 Rue des Nauges Excellent for a quick lunch or a special dinner.
La vieille auberge
Parks & Nature
At 1592m, one of the more accessible peaks among the "Monts du Cantal".
7 locals recommend
Puy Violent
At 1592m, one of the more accessible peaks among the "Monts du Cantal".
One of the higher "Monts du Cantal" (1783m), but good parking and steps to the summit.
83 locals recommend
Puy Mary
One of the higher "Monts du Cantal" (1783m), but good parking and steps to the summit.
Parc Naturel Régional de Millevaches en Limousin
7 route d’AubussonParc Naturel Regional des Volcans d'Auvergne
Château de Montlosier