chateau de commarque

And fascinating, loved the history, the troglodyte caves, the castle, everything. Off season the we couldn't actually go in the ruins but worth it just to walk around.

Quite a long walk to get to the Chateau. It was worth the trip, but if you are traveling with someone unable to walk distances or hike up the castle, not recommended. If you are disabled you can drive to the entrance (like the employees) and take pictures from there. Well preserved and beautiful to see. Still a work in progress getting it back to what it once was.

It is about a 20 minute walk down to the castle. Allow plenty of time as it takes longer coming back. Somebody younger and in good shape could probably cut 5 minutes off of my time. It overlooks a meadow and stream. The only toilet facilities are at the car park.

This was an amazing find while castle hunting in the Dordogne region of France. Park and hike downhill to the grounds of this awesome old castle with incredible views with tons to explore. The photos say it all. While climbing around the castle, you'll see another castle across the valley.

After a 15 minute walk through the woods you find a hidden surprise - a ruined castle in a lovely green valley. Perched on a rocky outcrop is this picturesque castle with 15,000 years of history.Underneath the castle are the remains of trogodlyte cave dwellings. A really remarkable historic monument.

This chateau is well worth the visit! While it is only partially restored, visitors can visit nearly all parts of the site. There are stairs, including a narrow circular staircase, so mobility is required to view all of it. This is one of those fascinating sites that has been inhabited since prehistoric times, with obvious evidence of very early human habitation in the cliff walls. The only place off-limits is the cave in which some fantastic prehistoric art was found, but there is a video feed running inside the chateau that takes you through the cavern and shows the art, one of which is considered the most remarkable depiction of a horse discovered to date. One of the aspects of this site that we really liked were signs outside each of the component parts of the chateau explaining what it was and showing an artist's rendering of what it would have looked like originally--very helpful to be able to appreciate it. When you buy your entrance ticket (8 euros), the very helpful staff will loan you a large notebook with laminated pages (in a variety of languages) providing a wealth of information that, in combination with the signs, provide a good historical and architectural understanding of the site. Further, this chateau is located in a lovely little valley with outstanding views, including of another chateau across the river. Extremely picturesque! You could burn up a lot of camera battery here, so be forewarned. There is also a small picnic area with tables and some snacks/drinks available for purchase. You can spend a ton of time here so plan accordingly. It was sparsely visited while we were there in the late morning/early afternoon, which allowed for great unspoiled pictures and a feeling that you have it all to yourself. Highly recommended!

Its a lovely reconstruction of old ruins but nothing more. We spent a good few hours wondering about and playing medieval knights. I wouldn't say it's a must do but definitely worth swinging by if you have time and aren't far away.

600m walk through the woods and suddenly you are in a beautiful little valley with the ruin of the Chateau de Commarque overlooking it. Part restored, part ruin it is a delight to walk around. And first thing in the morning you have the place almost to yourself.

This is a challenging walk, especially the beginning, on a stony path from a free car park. It is worth the hike (in good weather, at least), as the views are sensational. I wish we had gone to lunch first, and allowed ore time to see this sight as it is quite large and a slow drive because of winding roads.

We visited here at the end of a long day but it was well worth it. The Chateau is ruined but very negotiable and you can really visualise the way it would have looked. It is in a beautiful setting in a valley.Get an English guidebook and it does add a lot of information about the place. it is a bit of a walk from the carpark and it is a bit of a hike to the top but it is well worth it. They also accept dogs on a lead which is great.

The chateau is in a very beautifull setting and it's quite interesting as well. You get a very good description in your own language. Also the staff is very friendly. They informed after my plans (as a single hiker) and offered me any help and water I needed.

If you are ever in the area, this attraction is an absolute must see. Reasonably signposted and approached along somewhat narrow roads you reach a large free car park, you walk just over a mile along a forest path to this amazing ruined Chateau. A small admission fee was rewarded with a comprehensive folder of information and enabled us to wander the various buildings without the need for a guide. Much of the site, which has evidence of 20,000 years of habitation, has been renovated and we were able to climb the spiral stone staircase to the top of the tower. It was truly awe inspiring and a highlight of our holiday! Be aware that there are no facilities for refreshments and the only toilets are back on the car park.

You have partly reconstructed ruins, troglodytes caves, and scenery, plus the history of the castle and it's story of rediscovery. It was well worth the 20- minute detour from the route to Les Eyzes to visit. The walk from the car park is about 15 minutes, and the path is rocky and not suitable for both pushchairs or people with issues walking. Otherwise, it's a nice walk through some woods. Toilets only at the car park. Ices on sale as you leave. The people who own and are rescuing this place should be congratulated.

Very attractive Chateau and beautiful gardens. However, access to the inside is by guided group tour only (included in price), which is only available in French.

Well off the tourist route and once you arrive at the car park you have a short walk down to the Chateau itself but the effort is worth it. The Chateau is ruined and more typical of a visit to an English Castle rather than what you would picture a French Chateau to be like. Because of this it was interesting and climbing high to the top of the main tower was great. Enjoyable visit if you are in the area and have the time.