This unique, 1km long cleft 80m up a cliff is truly fascinating. It’s a fabulous food and wine festival in the town centre. Top tip: In August head to ‘L’assiette de Cyrano’ in Bergerac. There is always a festive atmosphere, especially at the nocturnal markets. Only producers from the region are allowed to have stalls. In the summer, there are loads of local farmers’ markets. At markets, in authentic country inns, village bistros, brasseries and Michelin starred restaurants. From farmers markets to local specialities such as cheese, walnuts, foie gras and truffles, wonderful wines and numerous foodie events – you’ll be tasting the best of France.Įverywhere you go you’ll find delicious local products. In Dordogne there’s plenty of opportunity to indulge in the finest local produce and flavours. One of the best times to visit the Gardens of Marqueyssac is a summer evening when the paths are lit by thousands of candles and the sound of music carries over the hedges – simply sublime.
Perched on a cliff over the Dordogne Valley, the view from top, offers exceptional views over the Dordogne Valley. Created in the 19th century in the grounds of a manor house and now a National Historic Monument, there are more than 6km of shaded paths bordered by 150,000 hand-pruned box trees, some of which are more than hundred years old. The Gardens of Marqueyssac are exquisite. The gardens are gorgeous and there’s a fabulous bird of prey show (spring to Autumn). Much of the castle looks as it did when she left it in 1964. The chateau pays homage to her memory with a fabulous collection of her personal items including stage costumes. Famous for her skimpy costumes and wonderful singing, she was a super star of the Paris stage in the 1930s.
The romantic 15 th century Chateau des Milandes was home to the legendary entertainer Josephine Baker. Take a picnic and moor at the water’s edge to relish the ravishing views of glorious countryside. There are courses to suit all fitness levels, from a couple of hours to half a day or longer. The River Dordogne is ever present and a great way to enjoy the area is by canoe. You can also take a distillery tour to discover Dordogne’s famous aperitifs – walnut wine, ratafia and La Vielle Prune (plum brandy). Take a visit to small producers, châteaux, vineyards and cellars and enjoy a tasting or even a vineyard ride by Segway or bike. Some of the best are from Bergerac but not far away you can try the Grands Crus of Saint-Émilion, just over the departmental border. While we’re on the subject of wine tasting, this area is known for its fabulous wines.
It’s a great place for wine lovers with a terrific Wine Centre in a former monastery. Half-timbered buildings, gently tinkling fountains and a weekly market are just a few of the reasons to visit. You’ll find a warren of winding, cobblestone streets lined with restaurants and cafés. The medieval town of Bergerac sits along the banks of the River Dordogne. Walk its cobbled streets, enjoy the marvellous Saturday morning market and get to the top of the Church of St Marie via a glass lift for 360° panoramic views of the town. In fact it has the highest number of classified buildings per square metre of any town in Europe and is a classified Town of Art and History. UNESCO World heritage listed Sarlat, with its wonderfully preserved medieval centre is one of the most well-known cities of the Dordogne Valley. It’s a verdant land of medieval villages and majestic chateaux, vineyards and pretty villages, forests, rivers and lakes. Dordogne in southwest France is one of those places you can’t help fall in love with.
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