Dordogne : Crossbill Guides : 9789491648137 : 9491648136 : 03 May 2018 : The Dordogne area in south-west France has a remarkable range of wild landscapes. The beautiful rivers includes tidal sections, marshes, cliffs and upland tributary streams set amongst limestone-dominated hills. Elsewhere diverse woodlands, hay meadows, caves, heathlands, arable plateaux plus ancient vineyards and villages also offer visitors great wildlife experiences in what has been called 'the cradle of mankind'. The Crossbill Guide to Dordogne, France consists of 21 routes and numerous other sites to discover this wonderful region. The book is complemented with extensive chapters on landscape, geology, history, descriptions of the flora and fauna and tips to observe wildlife. Landscape history Ecosystems Geology Flora and Fauna Where to watch birds Finding orchids, dragonflies, butterflies, reptiles & amphibians 21 detailed routes with with tips for finding wildlife and 23 site descriptions