The World Heritage Site of St Emilion town, famous for its fine wines, historic monuments, beautiful buildings and sparkling café/restaurant culture is only 12,5km away.
Many vineyards and Chateaux open throughout the year and welcome visitors for wine tastings and tours.
Puisseguin is the mayoral village to Lafon and enjoys fetes throughout the summer months. It is surrounded by vineyards from the appellation areas of St Emilion Grand Crus and Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux. Facilities include a lovely bar/bistro, supermarket, butchers, chemists, as well as, postal and bakery facilities within the supermarket.
Marked in history as the town that the English lost Aquitaine to the French after 300 years of rule, Castillon la Bataille sits on the River Dordogne only 11km away. Commemorated each weekend annually throughout July and August with a spectacular battle recreation, local wine tasting from the region, restaurants and local craft producers.
The town also hosts a bustling market every Monday throughout the year. Come early as it starts to close at lunch time!
Other towns and villages host markets throughout the year:
Puisseguin 2.7km Wednesday
St Seurin Sur L'Isle 11km Sunday
Many local towns and villages celebrate each weekend throughout July and August with Night Markets - a chance to eat, drink and socialise the French way! A really friendly and affordable way to feel part of and embrace the French culture of this part of France.
The Lac de Gurson is a beautifully tranquil recreational spot for all the family to enjoy. A man made lake with sandy beach, swimming zone, picnic and BBQ areas in the woods, fishing, lakeside walks, café/restaurant, canoeing, BMX courses, childrens play area, toilets/ changing facilities and free parking.
