La Clef des Vignes, in the Hamlet of Cels, South of the commune of Parnac, is situated at the heart of one of the oldest vineyards in France. The Cahors vineyards are world renowed for the history and prestige of their wines. Malbec is the principal grape associated with the AOC Cahors wine, producing red, rose and white. Wine from the vineyard is available Under the Cotes d’Olt label, whose cellars are just a short walk away. Wine tastings and sales are also available at many of the local vineyards.

There are other attrations in the Lot region, including the Pech-Merle grottoes, the gorge at Padirac, the picturesque villages of St.Cirq La Popie and Rocamadour, the Regional Nature Park of the Causses de Quercy, the wildlife park at Gramat, the Champillion museum at Figeac and lots more.

There’s plenty of interest close to Cels, whether you like walking, cycling, fishing, bird watching or painting. You can find antiques or explore historic sites, including chateaux. You will find quiet and picturesque places as well as local markets, and food and wine at delightful restaurants. Enjoy the serene natural beauty and clean fresh air of the region with your family and friends and have a quiet weekend or a longer visit. Come and recharge your batteries, we are here to make your stay magical!

Nearest Airports: Toulouse, Bergerac or Brive. Car hire is available at Toulouse, Bergerac and Cahors. Cels is easily accessible from Autoroute A20 Paris – Limoges – Toulouse, juctions 57 or 58. La Clef des Vignes gites are signposted on the D8 between Douelle and Luzech on the Cahors- Puy L’Eveque road direction Pradines – Castelfranc.

Boat hire is available at Douelle and Luzech. Cycles are available at the gites. We recommend the Rough Guide to the Dordogne & the Lot.