Region and activities

The surrounding countryside of the Lot is characterized by forested hillsides and meandering rivers with flowering hedgerows. For those who like hiking and cycling, Les Noyers, is located just on the trails and the network of small roads,  Cycle, walk or motor through the woodlands, pasts farms, vineyards, castles and villages, enjoy the sight of the historic towns or have fun at the village festivals and open markets in the area. Sport activities are close-by including tennis (2km); horse-riding (8km), wall climbing or activitypark in the woods (25km) and canoeing (15km)

     

 

The Lot/quercy is wellknown for its food and wine,lamb, duck, walnut, prunes, foie gras; The dark red wines of Cahors are the signature of the area. Within short distance are several good restaurants. Les Noyers is only 2 km from Montgesty which has a boulangerie and a bar/cafe, 7 km from Catus and Cazals, each town has its foodstore, a (weekly)market, a doctor, a pharmacy and a bank. Big supermarkets you can find in Espere (13km),  Prayssac (17 km) and Cahors (25 km)

There are many landmarks to remind the traveller of the rich historical legacy of the region: prehistoric caves, fortified farms,chateaux and countless medieval towns and villages. Within a radius of 50 km you can visit places like Cahors, Saint Cirque Lapopie, Rocamadour and Sarlat la Canadé.