Plum Village, Thénac

Name: Plum Village
Address: Lieu-dit Le Pey, Thénac, France

#1 among attractions in Thénac

Top attraction, Temple, Buddhist architecture

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The Plum Village Monastery is a Buddhist monastery of the Plum Village Tradition in the Dordogne, southern France. It was founded by two Vietnamese monastics, Thích Nhất Hạnh and Chân Không, in 1982. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1982 (42 years ago)Coordinates: 44°44'36"N, 0°20'35"E

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Lieu-dit Le PeyThénac France

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Plum Village – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sigoulès, Château d'Eymet, Château de Gageac, Lamonzie-Saint-Martin.

3.4 miE
Locality
Sigoulès
88 min walk • In addition to its wine culture, Sigoulès is also known for its beautiful countryside and rich history. The village itself is a delightful blend of old-world charm and modern amenities, with its narrow streets, traditional stone houses, and vibrant weekly market...
5.8 miSE
Neighbourhood, Forts and castles
Château d'Eymet, Eymet
149 min walk • Château d'Eymet is a château in Dordogne, Aquitaine, France.
3.9 miN
Museum, History museum
Château de Gageac
99 min walk • Château de Gageac is an ancient monument from the 12th/14th/18th centuries. It is a château located near Gageac-et-Rouillac in the Dordogne department in south-west France. Constructed as a fortress in the 12th century, it was besieged in 1377 during the Hundred Years' War by troops loyal to Charles V of France.
6.3 miNE
Locality
Lamonzie-Saint-Martin
161 min walk • One of the most iconic landmarks in Lamonzie-Saint-Martin is the stunning Château de Lamonzie, a beautiful 16th-century castle surrounded by lush greenery and gardens. Visitors can explore the castle grounds, learn about its fascinating history, and admire the...
3.8 miE
Locality
Mescoules
97 min walk • One of the main attractions in Mescoules is its stunning countryside, which is perfect for leisurely walks and cycling adventures. The surrounding landscape is dotted with vineyards and orchards, providing a scenic backdrop for outdoor exploration.
5.8 miSE
Bridge
Pont Médiéval du Bretou, Eymet
149 min walk • The Bretou bridge is a French medieval bridge located on the Dropt river, in the Dordogne department. Also called Roman bridge, it is however of Romanesque style and period. It is protected as a historical monument.
5.1 miNE
Forts and castles
Château de Pécany, Pomport
130 min walk • The Château de Pécany is a castle located in the commune of Pomport, in the Dordogne Valley in France. The Château de Pécany was built by the de Courssou family in 1780 on the foundations of an older structure that probably dates to the 16th century. In 1840 the château was modified to include two towers and a large central staircase.
4.5 miNE
Memorial
War Memorial, Pomport
114 min walk • Monuments aux Morts are French war memorials established to commemorate the losses of World War I.
7.4 miNE
Memorial
War Memorial, Saint-Laurent-des-Vignes
189 min walk • Monuments aux Morts are French war memorials established to commemorate the losses of World War I.
5.2 miW
Memorial
War Memorial, Villeneuve-de-Duras
133 min walk • Monuments aux Morts are French war memorials established to commemorate the losses of World War I.
0.5 miN
Memorial
War Memorial, Thénac
13 min walk • Monuments aux Morts are French war memorials established to commemorate the losses of World War I.