{"id":13420,"date":"2024-09-03T17:19:14","date_gmt":"2024-09-03T15:19:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxe-vakantiehuis-dordogne-wordpress.clweb.nl\/the-dordogne-towns\/"},"modified":"2024-11-04T11:49:16","modified_gmt":"2024-11-04T10:49:16","slug":"the-dordogne-towns","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/luxevakantiehuis-dordogne.com\/en\/the-dordogne-towns\/","title":{"rendered":"The Dordogne: Towns"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Medieval Towns and Cultural Heritage<\/h2>\n\n\n
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The Dordogne is full of picturesque towns with centuries of history. Check market days before you set off; they\u2019re perfect for soaking up the French heritage. Every town here is worth exploring and often holds delightful surprises. Bergerac and Rocamadour are long-time favourites among visitors, while the bustling market at Sarlat-la-Can\u00e9da is a must-see. Enjoy stunning views from Beynac-et-Cazenac and La Roque-Gageac, perched along the cliffs. Fancy stepping back in time? Les Eyzies-de-Tayac is the ultimate prehistoric treasure trove. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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On the banks of the Dordogne River, nestled against an imposing cliff, lies La Roque-Gageac, one of France’s most beautiful…\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Brant\u00f4me, an enchanting town in the P\u00e9rigord Vert, is completely surrounded by the river Dronne. If you visit Brant\u00f4me on…\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Aubeterre-sur-Dronne, one of France’s most beautiful villages, is home to the impressive underground church of Saint-Jean. Carved out of limestone…\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Welcome to Bergerac, a charming city in the P\u00e9rigord Pourpre part of the Dordogne – famous not only for its…\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Angoul\u00eame is a fascinating destination bursting with culture and heritage. Known for its rich architectural heritage, beautiful murals and the…\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Known as the \u2018truffle centre\u2019 of France, this charming village is the proud keeper of a centuries-old tradition: the cultivation…\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The bastide villages of Lot-et-Garonne and Dordogne, such as Monflanquin and Viller\u00e9al, are beautiful medieval settlements with a rich past….\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Cognac, a charming town in south-west France, is best known for the drink of the same name produced here. But…\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Sarlat-la-Can\u00e9da, often simply called Sarlat, is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in France. Located in the Dordogne region, it…\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Thiviers, a town hailed as the capital of foie gras. This delicacy, made from duck and goose liver, is the…\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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P\u00e9rigueux is the capital of P\u00e9rigord Blanc. Located 66 kilometres north-west of Sarlat, this historic town offers a rich mix…\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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In the heart of the Dordogne is Domme, officially classed as one of the most beautiful villages in France. It…\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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