One of the most beautiful stations in the world, classified as a Historic Monument since 1975, the Gare des Bénédictins is a must. A campanile perched at 67 m has a clock made up of four dials. The clock shows 2 minutes ahead to ensure travelers’ punctuality. filming took place in this station, such as the Chanel perfume advertisement n°5 with Audrey Tautou.
Visit, culture, history and delicacy
The charming town of Limoges
Walk through the streets of Limoges and discover all its treasures. We advise you to visit the Saint-Etienne Cathedral, the Parc de l'Aurence, the Cour du Temple, the Jardin d'Évêché, the medieval Saint-Etienne bridge, the Saint-Aurélien Chapel, the Rule underground and the train station Benedictines. Don't miss a trip to the J.M. Weston store, which has been making leather shoes using ancestral techniques since 1891.
For moments of indulgence, we advise you to go to the central halls of Limoges. It was Eiffel’s disciples who set about its construction. Every morning, different neighborhoods and squares in Limoges come alive to host food markets, flowers or organic farming products.
Your hosts know the region perfectly and will be able to tell you the most beautiful addresses in Limoges and its surroundings.
The symbol of Limoges The Bénédictins station
A leap in history Oradour-sur-Glane
Oradour-sur-Glane is known worldwide for being the “martyr village”. Located 22 kilometers from Limoges, Oradour-sur-Glane was entirely demolished, with its entire population, by the Nazis in 1944. A Memory center was opened to allow everyone to discover the ruins of the village, to learn more about this tragic event and not to forget this part of history.
An archaeological park and its remains Cassinomagus
In Chassenon, we will meet you at Cassinomagus, an ancient archaeological site that is one of the best preserved in Europe. With family, friends, as a couple or alone, for a day or an afternoon, discover this exceptional site, its new features and its different activities: the Gallo-Roman baths, ancient games, play areas and many others.
Hiking, golfing, swimming, etc. Activities for all tastes
To fully enjoy nature in Limoges and in the surroundings, you can stroll on foot or by bike, but also go for a beautiful hike. We will also meet you at the Limoges aquatic center which offers an Olympic swimming pool. And finally, don't miss the many golf courses in the region: the Golf Club de Limoges, the Golf de la Porcelaine, the Golf de Saint Lazare and the Golf Club de Montemart.
In the middle of nature The Lake of Saint-Pardoux
This superb artificial lake, located 25 kilometers from Limoges, is a breath of fresh air. You can practice many activities on this lake such as water skiing, paddle boarding or canoeing. The lake also offers a Lake Wakepark and an water pool. You can also meet up with your family at the acrobatic park in the forest or on the developed beaches to simply enjoy the sun.