Freshly labeled 'Grand site de France', the Vézère valley in Dordogne with its decorated caves, its wild cliffs, its abundant nature and its very particular troglodyte and medieval architecture has known how to charm humans for 40,000 years.
The 'world capital of prehistory' Les Eyzies is located in the heart of the Périgord Noir, on the banks of the Vézère.
It is in this privileged environment that Bèstia invites you to come and recharge your batteries in the heart of nature in an unforgettable and jovial way.
Located 3 minutes from the center of Les Eyzies, 20 minutes from Sarlat, 45 minutes from Perigueux and 2 hours 30 from Bordeaux and Toulouse, Bèstia is located in the middle of the golden triangle of the Dordogne.
Bèstia means 'animal' in Occitan, the historical language of Périgord.
Bèstia represents a mixed herd of humans, llamas, goats, pigs, horses and bees who live peacefully within an old farmhouse from the 18th century. We offer activities for all ages seeking to strengthen the link between man and nature.
Walks accompanied by llamas and / or goats allow you to discover the wonders of the territory in a lively, sensitive way and through eco-responsible and sustainable tourism.
Animal welfare is the pillar of Bèstia, and awareness-raising through direct contact with animals allows you to get to know them better, understand their functioning and needs, and forge inter-species friendships.
The therapeutic power of the most common pets (dogs, cats) is well documented. The Bèstia team will be happy to make you discover that the proximity with animals in general is enriching, that the link between animals and humans of all ages nourishes a vital force that promotes happiness and health for all the species.
Forging friendships between species makes it possible - among countless virtues - to go against the other, to learn respect for others and the environment that surrounds us, to develop empathy and a sense of responsibility, to decompress our stress levels and to rediscover notions of harmony and fullness.
This is the first year of activity, Bèstia is in full development. For the starting season in 2020, only walks accompanied by llamas / goats in a loin are offered, in an exceptional natural space.
Secondly, more agricultural, craft and educational activities within the farm building will be developed with the aim of raising awareness about ecology and transmitting know-how and knowledge around the flora and fauna present.
1h - 3h
Idyllic paths through forests and meadows rich in biodiversity and heritage, along medieval dry stone walls, abandoned villages, breathtaking views.
A few tips, a little time for mutual taming, then you go alone with the goat(s).
| duration | adult | child* |
|---|---|---|
| 1h | 6€ | 4€ |
| 2h | 10€ | 5€ |
| 3h | 13€ | 7€ |
| Optional picnic (Organic & sourced locally) | ||
| adult | child* | |
| 9€ | 6€ | |
Cash payment only
Group rates on request
Minimum billing 25 euros
* 3-16 years
| duration | adult | child* |
|---|---|---|
| 1h | 5€ | 3€ |
Minimum billing 15 euros
Fear of nothing, brave as everything, Blanquette & his triplets 'Pim, Pam & Poum' are always ready to embark on a new adventure with you.
Very cuddly, attentive and intelligent, they love spending time with humans. Goats are among the very first animals to be tamed by humans.
They reassure with their spontaneity, friendliness and confidence.
Soft and graceful, these animals will know how to enchant you. Llamas are part of the camelid family, along with camals, dromedaries, as well as three other species native to South America (alpacas, guanacos and vicuñas).
We are not used to seeing them here in France, however they adapt very well to our climate. Before the arrival of the Spaniards in South America, they mainly occupied low-lying areas. By introducing sheep farms, the Spanish pushed the llamas to the highlands of the Andes.
Superb pack animals, llamas know how to carefully carry luggage and picnic baskets, and even children up to 25kg.
Excellent brushcutters, llamas make a valuable contribution to cleaning up wasteland.
Titou and Octave are two 9-year-old castrated males, the bond between them is endearing.
Brise is the only female, a beautiful full paper model from a llama farm, and her cria (baby llama)
Chinchoz is the first birth of a llama on the farm. He is growing up to be a handsome stallion with spots like a giraffe.
Having spent her first years on a farm with a lot of animals right next to Les Eyzies, Michela has always kept a very strong link with this territory.
She spent the second part of her childhood in Zurich, Switzerland, then lived in England. She is fluent in English, German and French.
After years of traveling she returned to her roots and settled as a farmer in 2016 on an old farmhouse from the 18th century.
She is a qualified equestrian tourism guide, and she has been working in eco-tourism for about ten years and managing 350km of hiking trails in Dordogne and in the Lot for an English company.
With passion and friendliness she likes to share her weakness for animals and the abundant nature of this beautiful region.
The animal cause is at heart, Bèstia offers a safe space for vulnerable animals. Part of the herd has found a sanctuary within Bèstia, a second life which this time respects their space needs, of companionship and care previously ignored.
You can support the maintenance of the structure through a regular (sponsorship) or unit contribution, any donation is used to nourish, care for and properly welcome animals.
Bèstia is part of the network of the CopeauxCabana association which aims to create social and intergenerational links, to participate in the dynamics of our municipality and to promote a sustainable, ecological and creative approach to everything that surrounds us.
The CopeauxCabana association also offers a cultural space for the exchange of knowledge, in particular around ancient building techniques (transmission, preservation, experimentation) and around the artistic community.
The association organizes meetings, courses, training, concerts, shows, conferences, folkloric balls - stay informed:
www.copeauxcabana.fr
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Michela Thomann
06 76 51 60 40
Siret 820 313 195 000 19
