Culture and History
The Dolmen dit La Pierre-Levée au bois de Bouéry is classified as a historical monument. The Château et ses douves in Mailhac-sur-Benaize has been listed as a historical monument since 15 October 1985. At the former Couvent des Augustins, the façades and roofs of the 18th-century building have been partially listed as a historical monument since 15 April 1987. The church of Mailhac-sur-Benaize was built in the 12th and 13th centuries.
The Dolmen de Bouéry is approximately 2.5 metres high. Its capstone bears around forty carved cup marks.
For planning your own trip, you can also rent a holiday apartment in Mailhac-sur-Benaize.
Hiking
The Chemin du muguet aux forges begins in the centre of Mailhac-sur-Benaize at the church. The route is 14.8 kilometres long and forms a circular trail. The walking variant is rated as difficult and has a stated duration of 3 hours and 40 minutes. The trail also offers a viewpoint overlooking the Étang de Mondon.
Geographical Setting
The ruins of the Abbaye Notre-Dame de la Colombe are located in the vicinity of Mailhac-sur-Benaize. The historic site of Abbaye d'Aubignac is located in the wider region surrounding Mailhac-sur-Benaize.
Other places: Le Palais-Sur-Vienne, Sainte-Anne-Saint-Priest, Pierre-Buffière, Bellac, Arnac-La-Poste, Châteauneuf-La-Forêt, Lussac-Les-Églises, Blanzac.
