How do you travel to the Dordogne?
In one day? Often meaning tired and rushed on arrival. Or more relaxed, with a stopover along the way. We – Zsuzsi and Floris – consciously choose the latter. Simply because we prefer not to arrive exhausted.
Stopover. Not a French word, but a good idea.
Ask your children. Or your dog. They already know: long journeys can be tiring. You are on holiday, so start like you mean it – calmly, relaxed, and without stress. That is why we recommend a stopover. We have already selected the best places for you.
Where is the best place to stop?
Not too early. Not too late. But just at the right moment.
Take a look below at our favourite stopovers towards the Dordogne.
Our Top Stopover Picks
Aiden by Best Western T’Aim Hôtel & Spa ****
Compiègne
Just over an hour from Paris, this comfortable hotel offers a pool, spa, restaurant, and EV charging points.
12 minutes from the A1
Auberge du Jeu de Paume *****
Chantilly
Luxury just outside Paris, with a spa, breakfast, Michelin-starred restaurant, parking, EV charging, and dogs welcome on request.
17 minutes from the A1
L’Aunette Cottage ***
Senlis
Charming, small-scale hotel in a quiet, green setting just outside Paris. Heated pool, homemade meals, EV charging, and dogs welcome.
5 minutes from the A1
Hotel Restaurant Campanile Senlis ***
Senlis
Practical and affordable stopover near Paris, with breakfast and restaurant. Perfect for a short overnight stay, with parking on site and dogs welcome.
5 minutes from the A1
Le Relais Louis XI ***
Meung-sur-Loire
Charming hotel by the Loire, near Orléans. Quiet and perfect for those wanting a slight detour. Breakfast, restaurant, dogs on request.
17 minutes from the A71
Logis Hôtel La Tonnellerie ***
Beaugency
Atmospheric and peaceful hotel by the Loire, near Orléans. Ideal for a breath of fresh air. Pool, restaurant, dogs welcome on request.
28 minutes from the A71
Stopovers Make Your Holiday Complete
Do you have a favourite stopover of your own? Share your tips with us! We feature the best recommendations on our website.
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Or leave a review:
“Our dog felt just as welcome as we did. A small detour well worth it. The perfect pause button on the way to the Dordogne.”
Remember: your Dordogne holiday starts the moment you set off!
