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Hoteliers, proud of their regions
- Laurence and Alain BERGAUD
A stay in Limousin, land of local tradition and gastronomy
A real paradise for those looking to escape to nature, the Limousin region is wooded and hilly, with a number rivers running through its countryside. With a strong culinary tradition, it's a excellent destination for those who enjoy sampling local specialities.
Laurence and Alain Bergaud have been managing the INTER-HOTEL les Coquelicots for 15 years, an authentic hotel situated in Saint-Pardoux-l’Ortigier, next to Brive. Alain Bergaud talks about this town which has always been open to the world and, historically, served as the frontier between the north and south of France.
Its strategic position has helped open up this sometimes isolated region : «You can come here from all over France», says Alain Bergaud. «But in spite of this, the region has retained its particularities.»
- The Limousin, a favorable region to the growth of mushrooms
A gastronomic stay in Limousin
« Our favourite places are often those where we live», says this hotelier. It's the authenticity of the region which attracts Alain Bergaud, where « the inhabitants reflect the land: Brive is the gateway to the south, and close to the mountains of Haute Corrèze. The locals are very attached to their way of life».
Here, «you can find tourism in your plate», he says. It's true, the region is ideal for a gastronomic break. Located at the crossroads of Quercy, the Dordogne and Limousin, it enjoys all the riches the land has to offer: different types of beef, veal, lamb, pork, foie gras and duck breast. Don't forget the local poast roast, mushrooms, trout, and famous black cherry pie.
Laurence Bergaud, an excellent cook, is «impregnated with this culinary culture» You can taste these local dishes when you stay at the INTER-HOTEL les Coquelicots.
The importance of the land shows itself in the numerous markets, like the cattle market at Saint-Yirieix-la-Perche or the local fetes 'grasses' in Brive, four times a year where you can buy foies gras, duck breasts and other specialities.
- The plateau of Millevaches, Limousin
A family holiday in a land of legends
More than a gastronomic region, the Limousin, is a natural place to take a break: you'll find «a healthy and authentic rhythm far from mass tourism and trafic jams», says Alain Bergaud.
At the edge of the town of Gueret, is the forest of Chabrieres where various pathways reveal stones said to be stones of legends…One evening, you may here the tales of «Sortilèges de la Pleine lune», a travelling festival who organise trips to visit the wolves of the animal park at Monts de Gueret.
Further on, between the valleys of Gartempe and Creuse, you can lose yourself in the alleys of the giant labyrinth at Gueret, (the biggest in the world), made up of permanent vegetation. Follow clues to find the way out of this maze of 4.5 km. A great playground for all the family.
The Limousin is also great for sports: hiking, horse riding, fishing, golf, biking, with more than 600 km of trails throughout Creuse, as well as watersports, and paragliding for the those looking for a big breath of fresh air.
- Bridge and cathedral St. Etienne, Limoges
A rich and varied cultural heritage
If you want to add a cultural touch to your stay in Limousin, you'll find detours to many small villages tucked away in the countryside, such as Collonges-La-Rouge, «one of the most beautiful villages in France ».
« Brive is a town that everyone likes, says Alain Bergaud. Its spectacular architecture includes 17 buildings classified as historical monuments».
The town of Saint-Junien, shows its heritage via signs in the Occitan language. They represent different historical events that have affected the town. A natural site dedicated to Camille Corot, on the banks of the Glane, commemorates the generous nature of Limousin, which was a source of inspiration for the most famous impressionnist painters for a long time.
Finally, don't miss Limoges, capital of porcelaine, which has become internationally famous over the centuries. If you walk the streets of Limoges, stop at the Benedictine station, considered to be one of the most beautiful stations of Europe ; the picturesque area called «village de la Boucherie», dating from the middle ages, will remind you of the power of times past. You'll discover the museum tracing the work, family and religious life of a butcher in the middle ages.
Land of the troubadors, the Limousin will continue to surprise you by the beauty of its landscapes and the regional cuisine.