Montignac (Dordogne)

Montignac is an old town close to Lascaux, on the Vézère River, in France.

By car
There are at least three car parks in Montignac, and many roads leading in.

Get around
There are quite a few roads through Montignac; at least a quarter are pedestrianized, so it is mostly best to walk. If you are driving, be aware that the town operates a one way system.

See



 * The small festival, held every summer on the bridge, with fireworks.
 * The small festival, held every summer on the bridge, with fireworks.

Do

 * Walk over the bridge, especially quite late at night, as it is beautiful at this time.
 * Visit the Chateau de Reignac
 * Hire a canoe from one of the many kayak tours and enjoy up to 6hours of river scenery. Don't forget the sunscreen even if its overcast!
 * Crazy Golf course. Can be found by following the footpaths under the new bridge.

Buy
There are several shops, and, of course, the busy market place. It really is very busy on market days, so be careful where you walk (and what you buy of course).

Beside the tourist office and the ticket office for Lascaux's Cave II there is an exhibition area selling local goods and produce and along near the main car park is another building that specialises in selling goods from South American, African and Asians countries.

Eat
Several restaurants are existent around the town, with good French food.