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For those who wish to experience
the tranquillity of the region. The trips start from a number of locations along the
Dordogne.
Examples include:
Gabares Norbert
 Trips
on the Dordogne from the 1st of April to the first
Sunday of November, in replicas of the 18th
Century and 19th Century gabare boats, which were once a
familiar sight on the river.
Explore the Dordogne River in a traditional gabare boat and see
five of the valley’s most beautiful castles. The boat will be powered
by traditional methods for part of the trip (rowing), allowing
passengers to enjoy the peace and quiet of the natural surroundings,
and the sounds of the bird life on the river, such as black kites,
kingfishers, ducks and herons.
The guides will provide a commentary on various aspects relating to
the river, its history and its environment. These include:
- The Middle Ages
- The flora, fauna and ecosystem of the river
- The life of river boatmen in the past
- Migratory fish in the river, such as salmon and shad.
Duration: 1 hour
Distance: A loop of 6 ˝ km / 4 miles
Departure Time: Between 10am and 6pm
(October and November: afternoons only)
Telephone: 05 53 29 40 44
Departure and Arrival Location:
La Roque-Gageac (1 ˝ hours east of the property)
 This
magnificent village built right into the cliff face and "almost
falling into the river" has been occupied by mankind since prehistory.
There are remains of an old road and the site of a villa dating from
the Gallo-Roman period, as well as a Roman well in excellent
condition.
More Information
Perigord Gabares (20 mins)
Quai Salvette - 24100 BERGERAC
Tel.: 05.53.24.58.80
Adjacent to
the cobbled car park by the river in the old part of town
Bella Riva Garbares (8km east of Bergerac)
Bella Riva - 24100 CREYSSE
Tel.: 05.53.23.20.45 |
