The village of Bretenoux
Camping de la Bourgnatelle is ideally located in the village of Bretenoux. All amenities will be nearby: shops, bowling, grocery stores, etc.
You will enjoy strolling through this village on the edge of La Cère. An hour's walk will be enough for you to tour this magnificent Lot village, full of charm. You will pass by some of the town's points of interest such as the Sainte-Catherine church, the Atelier d'Art du Feu, the market square on the Quai Baluze which comes alive on Tuesdays and Saturday mornings, but also the Château de Castelnau-Bretenoux, a superb example of a fortified castle.
The village of Bretenoux is an excellent base and starting point for exploring the entire region!
Land of delicacies The markets
In Bretenoux and the surrounding villages, market days punctuate the week. Local producers and artisans come to present their production and creations on colorful stalls. You will find: Chasselas de Moissac, Périgord walnuts, Quercy melon, Cahors wine, Coteaux de Quercy red and rosé, Coteaux de Glanes, Côtes du Lot, Quercy lamb, foie gras from the southwest, Bleu d'Auvergne, Bleu des Causses, Rocamadour AOP goat's cheese and many others.
Animals in the wild The Monkey Forest
In Rocamadour, more than 150 Barbary macaques live in semi-freedom in the Monkey Forest. You will stroll through more than 20 hectares of forest and meadow, where the monkeys live in perfect harmony and freedom. You will be able to observe them in all simplicity, in a natural setting where they are kings.
Overlook the Haut-Quercy The Tourist Railway
Discover the Haut Quercy and the Dordogne Valley, thanks to the small tourist steam train. Departing from Martel station, set off to explore this vast natural region. Green landscapes, charming villages and postcard settings will punctuate your ride. Get one of the most beautiful views of the region!
The treasures of the Lot The most beautiful villages in the region
Many exceptional, medieval villages with a rich history can be found in the Dordogne Valley and its surroundings. Start your walk through the most beautiful villages in the region, by discovering Rocamadour with its houses on the river, its castle on the rock, etc. Continue with the visit of Loubressac, fortified village, Autoire located in the hollow of a circus, Carennac on the banks of the Dordogne, and Curemonte with its three castles, three churches and three fountains.
In nature Walks and hikes
The Dordogne Valley invites you for a unique journey in the heart of nature. In the heart of the villages, in the middle of the vineyards of Glanes, in the valleys, let yourself be tempted by exceptional walks and hikes. We invite you to meet at the reception of Camping de la Bourgnatelle to learn more about the nearby trails.