Liorac-Sur-Louyre: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

In Liorac-sur-Louyre, the Église Saint-Martin has a fortified bell tower with a machicolation on the south side. The church’s main construction phase dates back to the 12th century. The church is partly listed as a historic monument and partly classified as one; the corresponding protective measures were established by decree dated 12 February 1971.

Anyone planning a stay in Liorac-sur-Louyre may wish to rent a holiday apartment.

Culture and History

The Château de Genthial includes a covered stone well dating from the 17th century. The château was listed as a historic monument by decree dated 12 October 1948.

The Château de la Gaubertie is a castle in the area around Liorac-sur-Louyre. La Renaudie is also a castle in the area around Liorac-sur-Louyre. Further afield in the region are Cadouin Abbey, a monastery; Abris de Laugerie-Basse, an archaeological site; and Grotte de Font-de-Gaume, a cave.

Nature

The Forêt de Liorac is partly protected by a regional nature reserve; access is regulated. On the slopes and meadows around the Forêt de Liorac, numerous orchid species can be found.

The Forêt de Liorac is located near a typically Périgord forest, where chestnut and oak trees dominate and which provides a habitat for numerous woodland animals. These include red squirrels, martens, woodpeckers, song thrushes, mistle thrushes, European orioles, forest birds of prey, and cavity-nesting songbirds such as tits, nuthatches, and treecreepers.

Local Highlights

Atelier OlliOz Liorac is located in an old tithe barn and produces natural cosmetics, mainly from walnuts bearing the AB label and wild-growing plants bearing the AB label. It offers free visits as well as guided tours by prior appointment. Its shop sells local walnuts, walnut oil, honey, chestnut cream, and herbal teas.

More local pages: Boulazac, Proissans, Fleurac, Angoisse, Saint-Cyr-les-Champagnes, Nailhac, Cercles, Saint-Cernin-De-L'herm

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