The town of Bergerac
Formerly a town of passage for travelers and merchants, Bergerac is now a city of Art and History which is just waiting to be discovered. You will be under the spell of this exceptional town, its half-timbered houses, its small streets, its Renaissance style architecture and its strong>small squares: Place Pélissière and Place de la Myrpe. You will enjoy strolling through the streets of the city center to discover the different museums (the Costi Museum and the Tobacco Museum). During your expedition in the city, you will pass by the statue of Cyrano de Bergerac, the emblematic character of the city.
The Château de Monbazillac
Built between 1550 and 1582, the Château de Monbazillac overlooks the Dordogne valley and the town of Bergerac. This magnificent castle can be visited. You will find on the ground floor, a small living room with 17th century Périgord furniture. The first floor honors artists. And finally, you can visit the cellar, to discover the world of wine.
The abbey of Saint-Avit Sénieur
We promise you a great experience by visiting the village of Saint-Avit-Sénieur. You will discover its fabulous abbey church, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can explore the village freely or take a guided tour of the village and the castle.
The cloister of Cadouin
Between Sarlat and Bergerac, in the heart of the Bessède forest, discover this masterpiece of Gothic art “ the Cloister of Cadouin”. This building was founded in 1115, almost 10 centuries of history are represented. The site is known for being a filming location for numerous films and TV films.
The Gallo-Romaine town of Montcaret
For a journey back in time, visit the Montcaret archaeological site. The Gallo-Roman villa of Montcaret is classified as a historic monument, there you will find mosaics, large reception rooms and private thermal baths. During your visit, you will discover remains from the 1st, 4th and 6th centuries.
The Bastides of Bergerac
The Pays de Bergerac has many treasures to discover. Among the wonders of the region, discover the bastides: Bastide of Eymet, Bastide of Lalinde, Bastide of Molières, Bastide de Monestier, etc. The best known is the Bastide of Monpazier, it has remained practically intact since its foundation in 1284.