The Dordogne is one of the most beautiful and diverse departments in France. The area is quite large, perhaps two hours drive from north to south and a similar distance east to west.
PERIGORD NOIR - THE SOUTH-EAST In Perigord Noir, there are many of the most famous castles, towns and villages of the Dordogne region, many in spectacular locations, and with fascinating histories to tell.
PERIGORD PURPLE - THE SOUTH-WEST well known for medieval towns such as Bergerac, on the Dordogne river and with a lovely historic centre, this is a region to discover bastide towns (medieval new towns founded in the 12th-13th centuries). The countryside north of Bergerac is generally forested hills, while to the south one is more likely to see fields of sunflowers and extensive vineyards.
PERIGORD VERT AND PERIGORD BLANC - THE NORTHERN DORDOGNE. Less visited than the southern Dordogne, the north also has its share of market towns and castles, beautiful scenery and picturesque villages, including Perigueux, 'capital' of the Dordogne.
My visits and research are focused mainly on the area of the périgord noir.
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