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Castles to visit in Périgord

Written by Léa
19 nov. 2024
Castles to visit in Périgord

The Dordogne, nicknamed the department of 1001 castles, is an architectural treasure trove.

This corner of France boasts an impressive number of historic monuments.

Ready to travel through the Middle Ages and Renaissance during your camping holiday in the Périgord Noir?

Discover our top 10 most beautiful castles in Périgord!

Château de Jumilhac

This Périgord château is best visited at dusk. It's at this time of day that the Château de Jumilhac is at its most beautiful. To the sound of baroque music, stroll through the underground passageways to the chambre de la FIleuse, and let yourself be lulled by the legends told by your guide.Place du Château, 24630 Jumilhac-le-Grand - 06 09 61 78 40 - from €6 for children and €8 for adults.

Château de Puyguilhem

Château de Puyguilhem stands in the heart of a verdant landscape. This Renaissance jewel, once a hunting lodge, has been magnificently restored, and you can take your time contemplating its fireplace, decorated with the labors of Hercules, and its period kitchen. If you're lucky, a "Tea Time" visit to this historic chateau in the Dordogne may be on the cards. Puyguilhem, 24530 Villars - 05 53 54 82 18 - €6

The Château de Montaigne

Discover the Périgord château where Michel de Montaigne, the famous writer, drew his inspiration. Tour the tower and grounds of his historic home, and sample local wines during your visit. Young adventurers can embark on a fun treasure hunt in the château, to discover the author.24230 Saint-Michel-de-Montaigne - 05 53 58 63 93 - from €6 for children and €8 for adults.

The Château de Montréal

Admire Château de Montréal's gardens, elegant salons and immense portrait collection. The chapel of this Dordogne château houses 16th-century stone statues and a historic relic : a fragment of Christ's crown of thorns .24400 Issac - 05 53 81 11 03 - from €4 for children and €6 for adults.

Hautefort Castle

Château de Hautefort offers a wide range of cultural and leisure activities, including open-air film screenings, exhibitions and night-time discovery tours, as well as treasure hunts, creative workshops for children and boxwood pruning demonstrations.Le Bourg, 24390 Hautefort - 05 53 50 51 23 - from €5 for children and €9.50 for adults.

Château de Bourdeilles

The Château de Bourdeilles is distinguished by its dual architecture: visitors can admire both a medieval keep and a Renaissance palace.this Dordogne château, with its impressive collection of furniture, overlooks the Dronne valley.Place de la Halle, 24310 Bourdeilles - 05 53 05 65 65 - from €5.40 for children and €8.30 for adults.

Castelnaud Castle

For lovers of the Middle Ages and military history, the Château de Castelnaud is a must-see destination. With its war museum, this Périgord château, located in one of France's most beautiful villages, invites you to travel back in time between the English and French periods, through the Hundred Years' War, religious conflicts and the French Revolution.24250 Castelnaud-la-Chapelle - 05 53 31 30 00 - from €4.90 for children and €9.80 for adults.

Château de Biron

Château de Biron boasts an architectural panorama that bears witness to the grandeur of the Gontaut-Biron family from the 10th century onwards.

Educational activities for children at this Dordogne castle include creating models to learn about architecture, minting coins and designing coats of arms.

Bourg, 24540 Biron - 05 53 63 13 39 - from €5.30 for children and €8.20 for adults.

Château de Beynac

Majestically overlooking the Dordogne valley from a rocky outcrop, Château de Beynac is a medieval fortress of rare beauty.

Visitors can climb to the top of the keep for a breathtaking panorama.

This Périgord castle is probably one of the most beautiful and impressive in the region.

Route du château, 24220 Beynac-et-Cazenac - 05 53 29 50 40 - from €4 for children and €8 for adults.

Château des Milandes

Once the home of Josephine Baker, Château des Milandes stands as a living testimony to history and culture.

Enjoy a pleasant stroll through the French garden, complemented by an English-style park. This historic Dordogne château also offers falconry shows.

24250 Castelnaud-la-Chapelle - 05 53 59 31 21 - from €6.50 for children and €10 for adults.

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