Easter in France - 2

We rounded out our ‘day trip’ with a visit to the Grotte de Villars, caves in the limestone hills that were discovered back in the 1950s. Now world famous for not only the natural formations that were carved out by water over the centuries, but also for the ‘cave drawings’ painted there on the walls by inhabitants 117,000 years ago.





No photography allowed inside unfortunately, but highly recommended for a visit. They are, in a word, breathtaking. . . . and of course, even though photos aren't allowed, there is always a website :) - http://grotte-villars.com/



. . . . and you just never know what’s immediately under your feet.

The next day, a trip to Brantome, the ‘Venice’ of the Dordogne. A medieval town, sitting on an island in the Dronne river, it boasts a fine, fortified monastery built partially into the limestone cliffs overlooking the town. Postcard-worthy views wherever you look.





Always worth offering to take another couples picture . . .they return the favour!



Then, our three day stay at the Moulin du Roc comes to an all-too-soon end, time to bid farewell and move onto the next destination, with the Browns in St. Thomas de Conac, Bordeaux.