Hautefort

The Chateau de Hautefort is visible from afar, occupying the most powerful point in this generally gently undulating area of countryside in the Dordogne, SW France.

Beside the main entrance gateway is a hedge labyrinth similar to, though much smaller than those at Chatsworth and Nimes in France.

Other names for the Labyrinth are " Shepherd's Race ", " Troy Town "and " Road to Jerusalem ".

The most famous labyrinth of all must surely be that which Theseus must enter in order to slay the Minotaur, and which Ariadne enables him to exit with the aid of her thread.

Constructed in the same manner as the greek key motif, and related to the labrys motif, labyrinths are surrounded by many myths and legends as detailed in Mazes and Labyrinths by Nigel Pennick.

Instructions for constructing various forms of labyrinth are given in Sig Lonegren's comprehensive and lively book Labyrinths, where he also delves into the many myths, mysteries and customs relating to the labyrinth.