The Limousin is a land of upland pastures, forestry and pure water, springing from the region itself or just a little higher in the Massif Central.

Waterfalls, springs and fountains, rivers and streams, flow into the Loire or south into the Garonne, irrigating the green fields and flowing through woodland and gorges...

For all levels and disciplines this area is ideal with many well marked paths close to the apartment. Due to the low population density there are acres of forests and fields to cycle through and kilometres of roads where often the only traffic is a tractor, another cyclist or an escaped cow or two! A choice of bicycles are available for your use, free of charge. Your host has prepared a series of walks commencing from the apartment, and there are also detailed maps and guidelines available for walks further a field.

During the summer months there are a whole host of Brocantes (antique fairs) and festivals.

The following are some of the attractions that can be reached by car in less than an hour. For more information see appropriate internet websites.

Also with the Limousin region are the towns of Aubusson and Tulle famous for their tapestries and accordions.

Trevor & Ursula Snape, Moulin De Mournetas

23430 Chatelus Le Marcheix, Creuse, France.

Tel :- (0033) 555 64 41 83

The Limousin has over 11,700km of waterways for fishing, with 3,400km in the Creuse alone where you will find Carp, Tench, Pike, Trout and Bream. Approximately 5 minutes away is a 35 hectare lake at Chatelus Le Marcheix, and there is a further 110km lake approximately 10 minutes away.

We are able to provide simple tackle for a days fishing, free of charge, and arrange angling permits as required on your behalf. Fishing expeditions by boat on both lakes are available with a local English speaking fisherman as your guide for 70e per day inclusive.

Approximately 50 minutes away is Lac Vassiviere, one of the largest man-made lakes in Europe, stretching to over 1000 hectares, which caters for all watersports.

•Lively market at Gueret (the capital of the Creuse) twice weekly.

•Planetarium,Gueret.

•Art and history museum in Gueret.

•Oradour-sur-Glane, near Limoges.

•Ice Skating rink, Limoges.

•Museum of Contempory Art, Lac Vassivere.

•Distillery, Limoges with free guided tour and tasting.

•Museums of tapestry, resistance, mining.