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The West Country of France: Exploring Rural South West France and the Dordogne in Style
A journey through the Dordogne and Limousin reveals a quieter, more beautiful France – where luxury hotels, timeless villages and river landscapes echo the West Country of old.
Martin Hesp
May 48 min read


Monpazier: Exploring One of France's Most Beautiful Medieval Bastide Villages
Wander the perfectly preserved medieval streets of Monpazier in the Dordogne, enjoy a traditional French lunch and discover why this is one of France's most beautiful bastide villages.
Martin Hesp
Nov 14, 20253 min read


Dordogne Travel Guide: Villages, Castles, Food and Hidden France
From medieval Domme and Monpazier to prehistoric caves, glorious gardens and remarkable Périgord food, join me on a journey through one of the most beautiful corners of rural France.
Martin Hesp
Nov 11, 20257 min read
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