WHAT ARE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL VILLAGES TO SEE IN THE PÉRIGORD NOIR?

 

I'll tell you something. The day we set foot in the Périgord Noir, we never imagined discovering such wealth. Our 1 week stay in the Périgord Noir went by as quickly as the blink of an eye. In France, we were full of nature in this land of castles and Perigord villages. In truth, this little corner of France has it all. And if you are wondering which are the most beautiful villages to see in the Périgord Noir, follow our guide to find out what activities to do to visit these typical villages and not miss anything during your stay!

 

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La Roque-Gageac, this unique village in the Périgord Noir: what to see and what to do?

Stroll in the exotic garden in the heights of La Roque-Gageac

Visit the troglodyte fort of La Roque-Gageac

Visit the village of Beynac-et-Cazenac in the Périgord Noir

Take a barge ride on the Dordogne

Visit Saint-Amand de Coly in the Périgord Noir

Go to the night market of Saint Amand de Coly

Walk on the nature trail of Saint-Amand de Coly

Visit Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère in the Périgord Noir

Visit Castelnaud-la-Chapelle in the Périgord Nord

Visit Domme, this typical village in the Périgord

Visit Domme and its exceptional cave in the Périgord Noir

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LA ROQUE-GAGEAC, THIS UNIQUE VILLAGE IN THE BLACK PÉRIGORD: WHAT TO SEE AND WHAT TO DO?

The Périgord routes will inevitably lead you to Roque Gageac, one of the most beautiful villages in France is a real gem. Visiting La Roque-Gageac is one of the villages not to be missed if you are visiting the Périgord Noir. Nestled between the cliff and the river, La Roque Gageac is a marvel of medieval architecture. For 600 years, the Perigord village has remained almost identical and you will only want to explore it on foot!

 

visit black Périgord village

visit black Périgord village

WALK IN THE EXOTIC GARDEN IN THE HEIGHTS OF LA ROQUE-GAGEAC

It is said that there is a microclimate in the heart of the village of La Roque-Gageac. So much so that this incredible softness allowed the development of an exotic garden. The different plant essences have scents from elsewhere. In the alley of bananas, Margot has fun counting them, not so easy! In fact 150 exotic plants are planted here and Roque Gageac is nicknamed "Petit Nice du Périgord".

 

In a tropical atmosphere, it is very pleasant to stroll in the narrow streets of the village, and to discover the traditional houses of the Périgord Noir. At the church level, the view over the entire Dordogne Valley is superb!

 

VISIT THE FORT TROGLODYTE DE LA ROQUE-GAGEAC

Nestled in the cliff since the 12th century, the troglodyte fort of La Roque-Gageac resisted invasions for a long time until its natural vault collapsed. So when it reopens, it seems to have risen from the dead. In this village in the Périgord Noir, you have to climb the 140 golden steps of the staircase to understand its history.

 

visit black Périgord village

visit black Périgord village

In a sound atmosphere, texts are staged to pay homage to the villagers of Roque Gageac. Since the Middle Ages, it is they who have written history. Margot slaloms through the columns supporting the building to the orientation table. Here too we are making a good timing.

 

In the heart of the Périgord Noir, the fort of La Roque-Gageac and its houses nestle against the cliff. From there, we made ourselves very small, so impressed the panoramic view is spectacular on the Dordogne. Margot with the long view, does not miss a beat!

 

WHERE AND HOW TO VISIT FORT DE LA ROQUE-GAGEAC IN THE PÉRIGORD NOIR?

VISIT THE VILLAGE OF BEYNAC-ET-CAZENAC IN THE BLACK PÉRIGORD

In the Dordogne Valley, medieval villages are scattered like rosaries. Stop off in the Perigord village of Beynac-et-Cazenac, you will not be disappointed by one of the most beautiful villages in France! During your visit to Beynac-et-Cazenac, you must walk to the Château de Beynac-et- Cazenac, erected on its rocky peak you cannot miss it. It is an excellent starting point for visiting the medieval village in the heart of the Périgord Noir.

 

visit black Périgord village

visit black Périgord village

On the heights of the fortress of the village, you will have an unforgettable view of the Valley of the 5 castles (that already makes you dizzy, isn't it?). It is here that you can admire the slate roofs of the typical Périgord Noir houses. At the end of the day, there is a fairly unique light when warm colors envelop the horizon: it's magic!

 

Then, the best way to discover the village of Beynac-et-Cazenac is to walk at random as you wish! Coming down from the castle, we discover the cobbled streets winding endlessly and the blond facades crumbling under the weight of the flowers giving a very romantic atmosphere. During your walk, you will discover that the medieval village is made up of several districts depending on the activities of the villagers.