Introduction
The Eribalife rally is being held at the Moulin du Bel-Air campsite at Saint Germain du Bel_Air in the Lot between Monday 13th June and Monday 27th June 2022. Our hosts at Mouline du Bel-Air are Thibaud and Anne Lambelin.
The Campsite is situated in the beautiful countryside that is sandwiched between the Dordogne river to the north and the Lot river to the south. The French market towns of Sarlat-la Caneda is to the north and Cahors to the south, with many other beautiful and famous French villages such as Rocamadour and St Cirq-Lapopie waiting to be explored. If you have been to this area before you will not require me to tell you of the potential. I am sure you will have places lined up to visit and attractions to see. If you have not been to this part of France before then you are in for a treat!
If it is your intention to join us in the Lot we will look forward to seeing you at Moulin du Bel-Air. Below is a list of activities we plan to host during the rally. You are welcome to join in with as little or as much of the organised events as you would like to. There is no requirement or expectation with regards to your commitment, however we would like to know what you would like to be included in to help with the planning.
The Campsite Terrace, Bar and Brassierie
During the past couple of years and the enforced shut down owing to the Covid Pandemic, Thibaud and Anne have not been ideal. During that time they have taken the opportunity to update and modernise their bar, terrace, and brassier. During our time at Mouline du Bel-Air these facilities will be open to us to use as individuals or to hold some group events as will be detailed in the following proposed schedule. Of course, when using their facilities for events it is only natural for us to use their bar facilities at the same time. Please do not bring your own alcohol or refreshments to these scheduled events unless given permission to do so beforehand.
The Bar will be open from 16:30 hrs every day. The Brasserie will provide lunches if requested in advance.
To get a good feal for life at Mouline du Bel-Air it is probably best to check out their Facebook page which is kept up to date with what is going on. Click Here to check it out!
Planed Events
We are trying to get a balance between providing you with entertainment and organised events and giving you plenty of time to explore by yourself or with your friends. Another post will feature suggestions for visitors to the area. As previously stated participation in organised rally events is totally at your discretion.
MONDAY 13th JUNE Day 1 – This is arrival day. Once you have arrived and set up feel free to use the campsites facilities and introduce yourself to other rally attendees.
TUESDAY 14th JUNE, Day 2 – Continue to enjoy the campsite and surrounding area. (NB This evening the Campsite is hosting another event at their bar and restaurant – please keep this in mind)
WEDNESDAY 15th JUNE, Day 3 – Today is market day in both Sarlat and Cahors during the morning. There is an option for a guided tour of the medieval town of Gourdon at 13.30 hrs @ €6 pp.
At 19:00hrs we will have an official Meet and Greet at the bar and terrace.
To find out more about Sarlat Click Here.
THURSDAY 16th JUNE, Day 4 – A free day until the organised wine tasting at the Campsite at 17.30 hrs.
FRIDAY 17th JUNE, Day 4 – An organised cycle ride along the river Céou and picnic. There are 20 electric-assisted bikes for those who feel they would benefit from such technology on the 30.1 km circuit from Bouzic to Castelneau la Chapelle and return to Bouzic. During this trip, you will discover the landscapes and villages typical of the Dordogne area along the Céou river, arriving at the foot of Castelneau castle where the Céou and Dordogne rivers meet.
The cost of this excursion, including bike hire and picnic, is €30 per person.
SATURDAY 18th JUNE, Day 5 – Market day in Sarlat and Cahors. In the evening it is planned that we have a group meal provided by the campsite’s Brassier on the terrace, accompanied by live music. The meal will be based on the local produce and cuisine.
The price is €25 per person and includes the live music.
SUNDAY 19th JUNE, Day 6 – Sunday and a day or rest, unless you want to join us in a carefree ramble around the local area and a communal BBQ on our camping field.
MONDAY 20th JUNE, Day 7 – An organised trip to Castelneau Castle and Marqueyssac gardens with lunch at the Hostellerie de Malleville in Beynac. History and beauty all in one, with lunch on the bank of the Dordogne river.
The price of this trip is €42 per person. (If we have enough people wanting to take part we can organise a coach at an additional €10 pp.)
TUESDAY 21st JUNE, Day 8 – Another organised trip. This time on a Gabarre on the Lot to the medieval village of Saint Cirq Lapopie.
Following the gentle cruise from Bouzic you will have time to explore the medieval village, claimed to be one of the most beautiful in France, before a gentle amble back to Bouzic along the 4 km towpath.
The price of this trip is €12 per person.
WEDNESDAY 22nd JUNE, Day 9 – Today is market day in both Sarlat and Cahors for those who want to explore. Cahors is very good for finding a local restaurant that shows off the local wine and produce.
THURSDAY 23rd JUNE, Day 10 – A free day until the organised wine tasting at the Campsite at 17.30hrs. From 20:00 hrs at the Moulin de Bel-Air’s Bar and Terrace we will host a 70’s evening! So dig deep into the wardrobe and see what you have that is suitable for such an evening. ‘A school hop on a school night’!!
FRIDAY 24th JUNE, Day 11 – This is a free day, though we are considering an evening event at the Campsite’s bar and terrace. More information to follow.
SATURDAY 25th June, Day 12 – Again the markets are taking place in Sarlat and Cahors. In the afternoon there will be the Petanque competition, hopefully involving some of the locals. This will be followed by an evening Repas Grillades (BBQ) which will be provided by the Campsite. The meal will consist of your choice from the BBQ grill, with a choice of salads and side dishes, Rocamadour cheese and dessert. Also included is a bottle of wine per 4 persons. The cost €21 per person. There is a possibility that we are able to arrange another live music session this will be advised in due course.
SUNDAY 26th June, Day 13 – It is nearly time to depart so today is left for the purpose of packing up prior to departure on Monday. At 19:00 at the campsite’s bar and terrace, there will be a final Au revoir.
MONDAY 27th June, Day 14 – Departure day!
I am sure you will appreciate that at this stage we are still planning and will be modifying the activities over the next few weeks as we organise them with our hosts. Unless stated otherwise activities that start ‘off site’ you will be expected to make your own way to the starting point of the activity.
Please keep an eye on this webpage and revisit to see updates as they occur.
