Location: Dordogne
Top Things to do in Dordogne
Top Hotels in Dordogne
10 Free Things to do in Dordogne That You Shouldn't Miss
Dordogne (French pronunciation: [dɔʁdɔɲ]; Occitan: Dordonha) is a department in southwestern France, with its prefecture in Périgueux. The department is located in the region of Nouvelle-Aquitaine between the Loire Valley and the Pyrenees, and is named after the Dordogne river that runs through it. It corresponds roughly with the ancient county of Périgord.
Restaurants in Dordogne
1. Les Noyeraies du Landers
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 469 reviews
Reviewed By SuzieSarahDavies - Tavistock, United Kingdom
We have just returned from Les Noyeraies Du Lander where we spent a lovely couple of hours. We were welcomed by Julien, the owner, then Manolo took over and gave us the most interesting talk about walnuts from planting, growing, harvesting and all the many processes that goes to producing high quality walnuts and other products. We sampled different coated walnuts and a cake, all quite delicious. We bought some walnut oil to take back to England, which will also remind us of a great tour. Just to say Manolo made such an effort to translate each stage into English and was a real star.
2. Cathedrale St-Front
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,002 reviews
Reviewed By ericVvB - Barendrecht, The Netherlands
Nice walking inside and the chandeliers take our breath away. Even when there is a service ongoing and when you are quite, You may visit parts of the building.
3. Sarlat Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,384 reviews
Every Wednesday and Saturday the great Sarlat market attracts vendors from the region.
Reviewed By delainef2020 - Salt Spring Island, Canada
The markets, held on Wednesday and Saturday mornings are full of wonderful foods;breads, foie gras (a specialty here), wines, fruits and vegetables, spices & herbs, as well as other niche articles such as walnuts, walnut oil and vin de noix, which is made from walnuts when they are still green. The old walled town is built of of stone houses which date back hundreds of years and with the assistance of forward looking government officials has been refurbished to its present day glory by showing ancient architecture in modern times. A special Festival takes place in early March, the Fest-Oie, which celebrates the geese of Sarlat which provide the foie-gras gras in its many forms, some of which are offered for tasting during the Fest weekend. Sarlat also hosts weekend celebrations of film, theatre and local cuisine over the summer and the fall. It is a lovely place to visit; be sure to take part in a free walking tour which is put on by the tourism bureau of Sarlat which will give insights into the fascinating history of this beautiful town and the region.
4. Perigueux Saturday Street Market
5. Marche Nocturne
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
SUMMER night market under the covered market on the main square of the village, every wednesday evening in july and august. Start at 7:00 pm
Reviewed By foodfun76
Spending a night at the market is a fun way to pass the evening. Get there early, claim your spot, walk around teh town, and then buy food and wine and enjoy your meal. They prefer you buy the wine there and have a nice local selection for very reasonable. The food is excellent and sharing works well. Oh, and bring a plate and silverware or buy a kit from a vendor.
6. Brantome Market
7. Tourist Office Sarlat Perigord Noir
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 701 reviews
Reviewed By TonyP364 - Perigueux, France
Always welcoming, fluent in many languages. Runs guided town walk in English on a thursday during peak season or purchase the self guided city tour in English. Local hiking tour guide leaflet also available
8. Eglise Abbatiale Saint Sour
9. Bambousaie de La Roque-Gageac
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 224 reviews
In a green haven of 4 Ha, La Bambousaie La Roque-Gageac, a haven of peace and Freshness dedicated to Bamboo welcomes you every day from 12H00 to 19H00 for a visit Shaded and Free in a site that will offer a change of scenery total. At the end of your visit, you can refresh yourself at the Bar de la Bambousaie which offers until the night (closing around 21-24h according to period) in addition to ice cream and nibbles, a map of over 80 varieties of beer and wine and cocktails. See you soon at La Bambousaie ...
Reviewed By WWAJB - Maidenhead, United Kingdom
We visited with our children 14, 12 and 10. It was a welcome retreat from the heat and busy streets. The children (and we) were fascinated by the bamboo which was quite extensive and interestingly laid out. With no entry cost, this was an excellent place to visit and we could have spend an hour wandering around.
10. Vieux Sarlat
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,044 reviews
Reviewed By blondgirl87 - Blond, France
Wonderful place to wander around, soaking up the atmosphere and amazing architecture, steeped in history! Beautifully clean and tidy, well maintained, a real delight.
