Gourmet night markets in the Dordogne
Gourmet markets, also known as tablées nocturnes, are held throughout the summer in village squares from early evening (around 6pm). Small local producers will be on hand to present their products for tasting on the spot, treasures of Périgord gastronomy (duck, lamb, porcini mushrooms, [...]).
Must-do activities in the Dordogne: Sarlat area, Domme, Beynac, Saint Cyprien
The Dordogne is the land of a thousand and one castles, and the Périgord Noir is dominated by medieval castles, veritable fortresses. If there's one must-see place to visit, it's the area between the village of Saint Cyprien and Domme. Here you'll find the majestic Château de Beynac perched on a cliffside opposite the village of [...].
Dordogne wines and vineyards
Vineyards are an important part of Périgord's gastronomy, and wine has been around since the Middle Ages, forming an important part of the region's trade. In the 19th century, phylloxera, a devastating insect from America, decimated the vineyards. Gradually, however, viticulture took off again and vineyards were established, particularly in the [...]
The 10 most beautiful villages of France in Dordogne
In 2022, 168 villages throughout France have been classified as "Plus Beaux Villages de France". In the Dordogne, there are no fewer than 10 listed villages, testifying to the region's exceptional heritage. In fact, if each département had the same number, there would be some 1,000 listed villages throughout [...].
Dordogne Airports
How to get to the Dordogne by air, or go on vacation to discover new horizons from our beautiful region...
The Vézère Valley
The Vézère Valley is 2 hours from Bordeaux, Limoges and Toulouse. It's one of Périgord's major tourist attractions. With its rich cultural, prehistoric, architectural and natural heritage, the Vézère Valley is a must for your stay in the Dordogne.
A thousand and one castles in the Dordogne?
More than a thousand medieval and renaissance castles, manor houses and strongholds
Périgord markets
The day the village comes to life. Market day!
The Dordogne: land of prehistoric man
A world-famous heritage