gardens of marqueyssac
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Check out the website and you will not want to miss these gardens. Wonderful views of the surrounding valley and nearby chateaus.
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I was disappointed with this garden. It didn't live up to the hype for me. We arrived in the late afternoon and were advised by the ticket seller to rush to the other end of the garden as it was soon to close. After a brisk 25 minute walk in the heat being jostled along with the many other people who had also been given the same advice, we arrived at the end of the garden. There was a small viewing platform which we all crowded onto to look at the river below but the garden was not the cultivated sort of the advertisements but tired uninteresting shrubbery. I suspect we were urged to this far location so that the area around the chateau did not become too overcrowded. So we walked all the way back and things improved when we found a seat at the piano bar and quenched our thirst with a cool drink while listening to the music and watching the sunset over the the river, fields of sunflowers and distant chateaus. On the way out we had a chance to see the topiary garden although it was very crowded due to the arrival of some performers to entertain the children. If we had not been duped into such a long walk which left us so tired I am sure that our experience would have been quite different. Such a pity as we had been very much looking forward to it.
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The carefully sculptured box area near to the chateau is quite amazing but there is also a very pleasant walk to be had up to the viewing area along the escarpment.
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We arrived at 10am and spent until noon looking around the gardens; we enjoyed the lovely clipped box hedges, local oaks and the wonderful vistas of the river and surrounding countryside from the belvedere. We finished off with lunch at their café, the food was excellent (especially their salads) and the portion sizes very generous. The staff spoke excellent English. A nice way to spend a pleasant few hours near Sarlat. We felt there could have been signs in English to make the visit even more enjoyable. There is an excellent shop at the end selling lots of books etc on the area. Don’t come in the middle of the day – it gets very hot!
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We didn't have much time so we only saw the first part of the garden, which was simply stunning. The view from up there is amazing as well under the October sun.
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To set the scene we were with 4 kids (4 through to 11) on a hot August day. We went expecting to spend a few hours and ended up spending the whole day. Fantastic place for the kids to run around and lots of activities. Rock climbing, painting, huts to explore, playgrounds, trails etc. Lots of shade so good on a hot day. Views were amazing. Tips:Is fine to bring small picnic lunch - some nice spots to enjoy as long as you don't expect to lay out your hamper! Lots of water as you should expect to walk 3-4km in total end to end
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We loved these gardens, there is a tour but we decided to go it alone and really enjoyed it. The walk is meant to be a mile or so, but it doesn't feel that long as there is so much to look at along the way. Get to the every end of the garden which will take about half an hour and you get the most fantastic view of the Dordogne. There is also a great restaurant near the exit/entrance. It doesn't open till 12noon but serves really good food. There is also a family of peacocks walking round and they will come up to you whilst you are eating. It was kind of magical feeding the young ones.Thought my hubby might take some lessons from the perfectly manicured hedges, but alas he has not.
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We were really looking forward to visiting the gardens as the tourists brochures had identified it as one of the highlights of the Dordogne. Unfortunately, it transpired to be extremely disappointing, as some previous reviewers have stated. The brochure shows some manicured box wood gardens (not many!) and basically, that's all there is. Admittedly, there were some pleasant walks along lengthy pathways and the occasional stunning view of the river and valley, but in the main we walked amongst trees with no views whatsoever. Reaching the restaurant and in need of some refreshment, we were ignored by the waiting staff, who repeatedly walked past our table as if we weren't there. Perhaps we should have said our 'Excusez-moi' a little louder. One to avoid.
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This park was right above our B&B. Steep climb, but worth the effort. There is a easy drive up as well. They recommend two hours to explore the park and if you walk the whole thing, that is probably accurate. I have never seen so many boxwoods, all trimmed into round or stone shapes. The chateau itself was closed as they are working on the roof.
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Such a nice place to wander for a few hours in these stunning and varied gardens. Away from the crowds and commanding fantastic views of the surrounding area including Beynac and Roc Gageac, it is so much more than just stunning topiary.