Lacropte: Church, strawberry history and hiking trails
Accommodation in Lacropte
Lacropte can be explored through several specific themes: the architecture of the Église Saint-Agnan, the history of strawberry growing and hiking trails in the Périgord countryside. If you’re looking for hotels in Lacropte, these highlights can help you get a sense of what a stay might be like. You can weigh up whether you’re more interested in architectural history, the area’s agricultural past or a walk through the countryside. There is also a range of accommodation offering meals by reservation, as well as walks and cycling tours.
Church architecture in Lacropte
The Église Saint-Agnan de Lacropte is built of stone in the shape of a Latin cross. Its layout includes a nave and a transept: the nave is the longitudinal section, while the transept runs across it. The roof features two different colours. This offers a chance to look at two distinct architectural features: the cross-shaped plan and the roof’s use of colour. For anyone interested in church architecture, the church provides a tangible insight into its layout and design.
Strawberry history and cuisine
The area’s agricultural history can also be placed in a timeline. Strawberry growing became established in Lacropte around 1950. According to the municipality, in the 1970s and 1980s the village was considered France’s leading strawberry-growing commune. This timeline stretches from the start of cultivation to this later leading position. Alongside its architecture, the history of strawberries offers another way to explore the village’s past.
As part of its accommodation offering, the Domaine de Potofayol serves Polynesian dishes by reservation. They are prepared by the owner, who is from New Caledonia. If you’d like to include this cuisine in your plans, bear in mind that a reservation is required. The accommodation also offers walks and cycling tours, and bicycles are available to rent. The cuisine and activities are specific aspects to consider when deciding what you’d like to focus on during your stay.
Hiking trails and countryside
The ForĂŞt domaniale de Barade is located partly within the commune of Lacropte. The Lacropte circular hiking trail is 13.2 kilometres long, starts at the multipurpose hall and heads towards the village church. The route passes through the PĂ©rigord countryside, with scenic viewpoints and wooded sections along the way. Check the current route and local conditions before setting out.
Another hiking option near Lacropte is the Boucle du Rontlet, a 14-kilometre circular trail starting in La Douze. Both routes are circular, and their lengths differ by 0.8 kilometres; they also start in different places. When choosing between them, you can therefore consider the starting point as well as the distance. It’s also a good idea to check local conditions before setting out on this route.
Discover more destinations: Grignols, Mareuil, Champagnac-De-Belair, Saint-Médard-De-Mussidan, Sarrazac, Festalemps, Villetoureix, Saint-Germain-Des-Prés.
For the broader travel overview: Dordogne.
