The old town of Terrasson, built on a hill, oversees the Vézère River. A human occupation is found from the Prehistoric time, but its history spreads over 15 centuries. During a free visit or a guided tour, the town of Terrasson suggests you a course through time favour in which you can follow its evolution until nowadays.
Terrasson, a city-garden
During your stay in Terrasson, don’t miss the visit of “Les Jardins de l’Imaginaire”, one of the most famous sites of Périgord. From the national road you can have a view on the city-walls, the abbey-church and you can imagine the perspectives of the gardens. This vast contemporary creation of 6 acres which presents 13 gardens and nature in all its states, will allow you to let your imagination go.
You can also have a sight on the Chocolate Museum and the Nut Course.
And naturally visit all the historic sites: the old town of Terrasson, “Les Jardins de l’Imaginaire”, Hautefort, Sarlat, Château de Castelnaud, Lascaux caves, Les Milandes, Brive and its Region.