Circumnavigating the town of Brantome, The River Dronne gently winds it's way , creating a tranquil atmosphere, ideal for sitting on a cafe terrace with a coffee or a something stronger...
Canoes can be hired quite inexpensively at a small shop set in the cliffs on the right of the monastery.
There is also a large sightseeing boat (in the photo) that travels up and down the River Dronne.
A famous British artist by the name of SirWilliam Russell Flint spent some time here and produced several paintings which were published as limited edition prints.
One such painting by his son is titled 'My Father Painting at Brantome'