Plateau De Millevaches
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Ruines des Cars PLATEAU DE MILLEVACHES Dominated by the upland region of the Limousin, covered with huge expanses of forest, meadows and peat bogs, dotted with the sources of numerous rivers, and home USSEL to vast horizons and granite buildings full of character, the Millevaches plateau boasts a uniquely mysterious and captivating atmosphere. TULLE BRIVE ITINERARY 105km Meymac A town which has been awarded the “Plus Beaux Détours de France” Abbatiale de (Most Beautiful Detours in France) label. Aristocratic granite mansions, an old covered market hall, belfry and Benedictine abbey. Centre National Meymac d’Art Contemporain, Musée de la Fondation Marius Vazeilles. Tour du Mont Bessou The highest point in the Corrèze and Limousin, at an altitude of 976m. Extensive views across the Haute-Corrèze and Monts d’Auvergne. Saint-Setiers / Parc Arboretum This arboretum is home to over a hundred species of trees as well as a forest exhibition. Orientation table with views of the Monts d’Auvergne. Peyrelevade / Wind farm / Chapelle du Rat / Lac de Chammet An area on the border with the Creuse, including the Neuvialle wind farm, the romantic Chapelle du Rat, in addition to viewpoints overlooking the Lac de Chammet. Tarnac A fine group of architectural buildings around the square, including a church, château, fountain and ancient oak tree. Viam From the belvedere alongside the D979, enjoy views of the man-made lake, covering an area of 189 hectares. Bugeat A town famous for its national sports training centre (Centre National d’Entraînement Sportif). Gallo-Roman ruins at Les Cars / St-Merd les Oussines Comprising two mausolea and a large villa with a monolithic tank below, these 2C remains have retained their mysterious aura. Guided tours in summer. Tourbière du Longeyroux This extensive peat bog depression covering 250 hectares stands at an altitude of over 900m. One of the natural jewels of the Millevaches plateau. Marked nature trails. Former Route des Hêtres (Beech Route) Enjoy beautiful excursions through the remote south-facing landscapes along this route..