The Dordogne has so much to offer, it would impossible to put everything onto just one page, so we have catagorised them into "Towns and Villages", "Attractions" and "Things to do".. We have made
a small selection of each. All mentioned here are within 30 min. driving distance from
Ferme de Tayac
Les Eyzies de Tayac
Les Eyzies de Tayac is located in a valley, famous for its pre-historical remains.
It is one of the main centers in the world for research in this field. Numerous interesting objects and ancient works of art have been discovered in this town and the surrounding areas. Many of these can be admired in the museum, or by visiting local caves.
Sarlat
SARLAT...The capital of the Perigord Noir carries legimately the nickname "the Medieval Jewel". Wonderful ensemble of narrow streets restored Gothic- and Renaissance-buildings. Uncountable street artist turn every walk through this city in an unforgettable experience. In Sarlat you can also visit: 'la Maison de La Boëtie' (15th century), the cathedral built in the 16th-17th century (built on the remains of an old Latin church) and (for the enthusiasts) the museum of the motorcar. MORE INFO
Beynac
BEYNAC... Village on the bank of the Dordogne, built against a steep cliff and dominated by the famous castle from the 13th-14th century. The castle offers one of the most amazing views on the valley of the Dordogne. Several houses were built in the 15th, 16th and 17th century. Also visit the archeological park and the museum of primal-history. Paul Eluard came to this marvelous town to spend his last days. MORE INFO
Domme
DOMME...Settlement founded in the 13th century on top of a lime plateau. Domme carries the nickname "Acropolis of the Perigord". Astonishing panoramic view on the Dordogne-valley and the meanders |of the river. Don't miss the possibility of a romantic walk along the steep cliff and on top of the town rampart. The public garden, the city hall built in the 17th century, several remarkable edifices from the 13th to the 17th century, the bewildering caves and the museum of 'Art and Traditions' make Dome one of the 'must see's' of the Dordogne. MORE INFO
Roque Gageac
ROQUE GAGEAC ...Charming village squeezed between the Dordogne and a steep cliff. Castle built in the 19th century (in the style of the 15th century). Several old buildings give La Croquet its beauty and charm.The small church offers ones more an incredible view on the valley of the Dordogne. MORE INFO
Belves
BELVES ...Charming little village situated on top of a lime plateau. Worth a visit: the old clock tower and city hall built in the 15th century; the remains of the town rapart built in the Middle Ages, the 'donjon' built in the 12th century and the former Dominicans-cloister. MORE INFO
Montignac
MONTIGNAC caves of Lascaux...Very ancient. Stone Age, perhaps to 15,000 BCE. Suggests a ritual site for Stone Age humans. What were their aims and motives? Religious certainly but,other than that, deep mysteries remain about the purpose and function of the site. Perhaps the earliest known record of human religiousity.
Rocamadour
ROCAMADOUR is, rated by the French, as the second most visited historic sight in France after the Eiffel Tower. The superb views of this, medieval, town, clamped to a sheer rock face, is an unforgettable memory. It is dominated by its 14th century castle, which is reached from the village by a steep winding path marked by the Stations of the Cross. A lift is available for those not up to the climb. For hundreds of years pilgrims have flocked here to pay homage to the Vierge Noire, carved out of walnut wood. The narrow main street is lined with shops, cafes and restaurants and is the ideal place to find those memorable gifts to take home. Although the village gets very congested in peak season and is highly commercialised, it is still a marvellous place to visit. MORE INFO
Le Bugue
Le Bugue, located at the confluence of the Douch and Vezere rivers, Le Bugue has always been inhabited since Prehistoric times Le Bugue has always been a quiet trading town, until the French Revolution and despite some fratricidal fights between the Lords of Limeuil and Fleurac. It owes part of its fame to Jean Rey, a physicist who has discovered the Laws of Gravity 200 years before Lavoisier, and has also invented the Thermoscope, the ancestor of our modern thermometer. The end of the 19th century was marked by the arrival of the train and the building of the bridge.
