Domaine Les Pastourels, a countryside campsite in the Dordogne
A member of the Maeva group, Domaine Les Pastourels is a countryside campsite located in Veyrines de Domme, in the heart of the so-called “Valley of 1001 Castles”, in the Périgord Noir (Black Périgord) region. This establishment occupies lush grounds of 12 hectares on the edge of the forest, where peace and tranquillity reign. Ten minutes’ drive from Castelnaud la Chapelle, a tourist Mecca in the Dordogne, come and recharge your batteries on the Domaine Les Pastourels campsite!
A revitalizing stay in the middle of nowhere in Veyrines de Domme
In these 12-hectare grounds amidst oak trees and a walnut orchard, the camping pitches have been neatly integrated into the surrounding countryside, both to ensure your privacy and complete relaxation. They have a surface area ranging from 80 m² to more than 200 m²! Please note that the Premium pitches, with a 150 m² surface area have a garden furniture set, fridge and hob.
Domaine Les Pastourels also has a wide range of holiday rentals ranging from the 2-person TIPI tent to the “Confort” (Comfort), “Nature”, “Safari” and “Luxury” lodges for families or groups of friends. You can also reach for the skies by staying in a cabin on stilts or opt for the comfort of a more traditional mobile home.
The water park on this Dordogne campsite consists of a heated swimming pool and children’s paddling pool. All around, a sunbathing area, sunbeds and parasols await you, to flick through a magazine or devour a book by your favourite author. Right nearby, a snack bar with shaded terrace accommodates you for a cold drink or ice cream made on-site.
12 hectares of peace and countryside to relax
Within the Domaine Les Pastourels campsite, you’ll find both a pétanque and badminton court and ping-pong tables. A play area is available for children, and they can also borrow board games at reception on-site.
In July and August, a morning hike takes place. This enables you to discover the surrounding countryside and enjoy numerous viewpoints over the bucolic landscapes of the Périgord. Archery sessions and a circus activity are also on the summer programme. Come the evening meal, holidaymakers can enjoy paella or food truck nights, offering regional specialities. To end the day in the best possible way, on some evenings concerts also take place.
During your stay on Domaine Les Pastourels, start exploring the Périgord Noir, by visiting the village of Veyrines de Domme and discover the Romanesque church, pigeon lofts, former residences and bread ovens. Continue your drive, going as far as Domme to see the renowned walled town. Its position on the cliff side offers an exceptional view over the Dordogne valley.
Discover the Périgord Noir with numerous treasures
Continue by exploring Castelnaud la Chapelle, a medieval village overlooked by an impressive fortress, built in the 12th century to watch over the comings and goings on the Dordogne river. The Castelnaud la Chapelle castle houses an amazing Museum of Medieval Warfare and numerous siege engines. You can also visit the former residence of Joséphine Baker, the Château de Milandes castle, dating back to the 15th century, housing a museum devoted to the music-hall entertainer and famous French Resistance fighter during the Second World War.
Go to the must-see troglodyte village La Roque Gageac. You’ll discover a rich historical heritage here, amongst which are the troglodyte fortress, Manoir de Tarde country house, Saint Donat church and Maison dites des Sœurs (a former religious school
Lastly, be sure to visit Sarlat la Canéda, the capital of the Périgord Noir, with an amazing medieval architectural heritage and delightful winding streets. The most intrigued can admire 66 listed buildings and monuments (protected for conservation purposes) here! Make the most of your visit to this town to walk in the aisles of the large traditional market and stock up on Périgord specialities, such as foie gras (goose liver speciality), nuts, truffles, strawberries, cèpe (porcini mushrooms), and of course Monbazillac and Bergerac wines.
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