Le Bimbillou Parc A journey through time in Brantôme in Périgord

Opening hours

Closed

Useful information

Location : In the countryside

Province : Green Périgord

Services

  • Bar
  • Campervans pitch
  • Children playground
  • Chèques Vacances (Holiday voucher)
  • Credit card accepted
  • Disable access
  • English spoken
  • Groups
  • Lake side/River banks
  • Parking
  • Pets welcome
  • Picnic area
  • Snack
  • Spanish spoken
  • open 7/7
  • English
    • DIVE INTO ANCIENT TIMES IN THE HEART OF A TROGLODYTE UNIVERSE ON THE EDGE OF THE DRONNE

      Located on the banks of the majestic Dronne, in the heart of Brantôme in Périgord, Bimbillou Parc is a unique historic and troglodyte site that invites you on a journey through time. Discovering the first troglodyte mill of the Benedictine monks of Brantôme, an unfinished hotel, a troglodyte house, old quarries, and numerous cavities, the Bimbillou Parc is a window open to the past.



      A FAMILY STORY IN THE HEART OF BIMBILLLOU PARC

      This place, steeped in centuries of history, is home to a beautiful family story. Two young cousins, Théo Bauchaud-Martinot, aged 22, and Tom Gilbert, aged 26, fulfilled the dream of their grandfather Claude Martinot, founder of the Font Vendôme camper van brand, a local figure passionate about ' antiques. Together, they restored and opened this historic site to visitors, sharing the family legacy with the world.



      AN IMPRESSIVE DISCOVERY COURSE

      The Bimbillou Parc offers a laid-out route that immerses you in the trades of yesteryear, while allowing you to explore the most fascinating corners of this troglodyte place. You will discover the famous "Moulin du Couvent " as well as an old unfinished hotel , a troglodyte house, and numerous mysterious caves . Each room transports you into a particular universe , offering a captivating immersion in history.



      SHARE MOMENTS WITH FAMILY

      Throughout the route, activities and games are set up, including a treasure hunt. Adapted to young and old in order to captivate all our visitors and create a moment of conviviality in a unique site in the Dordogne.

      In addition, if you prefer to bring your own meal, Bimbillou Parc provides you with a picnic area specially designed for your comfort located in the shaded parking lot for park visitors.



      FREE VISIT WITH SIGNS

      The visit to Bimbillou Parc is designed to be autonomous and immersive. You can explore the site at your own pace, guided by signposts that will reveal the fascinating details of each location. This approach allows you to personalize your experience, giving you the freedom to linger wherever you want.



      RELAXATION AND REFRESHMENT AREA

      On site, you will find a relaxation area with a bar offering refreshments. And following availability a food truck offering local cuisine. You can relax by the water, in the shade of the trees, in a peaceful and enchanting setting. This space is reserved exclusively for visitors, creating a relaxing atmosphere for your visit.



      THE BIMBILLOU AREA

      For motorhome enthusiasts, the Aire de Bimbillou offers a large, continuously open car park, allowing you to stay from half a day to several days on site. Parking spaces are diverse and varied with large spaces in stabilized or free spaces . A service area is also present with toilets open only during the day, an emptying area and the filling of clean water.

      And finally, the development of two pétanque courts and a picnic area on the banks of the Dronne for moments of relaxation.

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Traveller Reviews Le Bimbillou Parc

4.8 sur 5 100 reviews

  • vanessa bourdat

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by vanessa bourdat on 15/08/2023

    A very beautiful place by the river where nature is omnipresent. This route takes us into ancient times with a multitude of tools, objects, machines, utensils...we enter cavities, troglodyte shelters, an old convent, an old unfinished hotel. Then, we pass by a wash house, an old mill...in short, an atypical visit to a site that is just as unusual! Hunt for clues during the visit for children and refreshments by the river at the end of the tour. I recommend this timeless place, for old people, for children, for families...for everyone! Thank you for bringing this magnificent project to fruition...long life to Bimbillou Parc!

  • Christelle Maes Sette

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Christelle Maes Sette on 19/07/2023

    Especially not to be missed in BRANTOME. A calm and peaceful place, you can eat there thanks to the small snack bar at the entrance to the park, bar also available. Welcoming and friendly staff. A fun and nostalgic visit at the same time. In the troglodyte remains of a convent, a mill or even an old quarry, you can discover objects from yesteryear. A superb walk, in the shade of the trees and the sound of the water, everything to relax. A large car park, but also a very nice location provided for camper vans. A plus, dogs (on a leash) are accepted.

  • DA SILVA Orlando

    4 sur 5 Reviews posted by DA SILVA Orlando on 11/09/2023

    The young managers and owners of the site are very welcoming and friendly. This place is a real museum which presents accessories, tools and manufactured products forgotten by time that are good to (re)discover. The little treasure hunt organized throughout the discovery of the site is a great find. The restoration work is remarkable and requires a lot of energy which must be highlighted and which must be supported by helping the owners with a visit to the site which I recommend, not to mention that the coffee and beer are excellent. The free parking adjoins paid parking for motorhomes for a reasonable cost of 11.10 for 24 hours on the banks of the Dronne in a green setting. 4 stars ? Yes, for the encouragement and the pleasant time I spent there. Well done.

Traveller Reviews Le Bimbillou Parc

5.0 sur 5 17 reviews

  • "Superb discovery Le Bimbillou Parc"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by Leapauquet on 23/08/2023

    At Bimbillou Parc time has stood still, a relaxing place to have a drink but not only that.. The route is fantastic I recommend, enter the caves and benefit from their natural freshness. You will...

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  • "Superbe et surprenant endroit"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by michèle B on 21/07/2023

    Un endroit surprenant et champêtre, une foule d objets à découvrir Très belle visite avec des explications et des responsables très accueillants. Bravo et félicitations A refaire

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  • "Une très belle découverte !"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by Hugo B on 19/07/2023

    À visiter absolument sur Brantôme ! Un lieu magique et rempli d’histoire ! En plus les chiens sont autorisés.

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Le Bimbillou Parc

Address

13 Rue du Moulin du Couvent
24310 Brantôme en Périgord

GPS coordinates

45° 21'45.68"N, 0° 39'19.82"E

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