Bergerac: A town of art and history in the South-West of France
Bergerac is a French commune located in the South-West of France, and is classified as a town of art and history. It is one of the three sub-prefectures of the Dordogne department and is located west of Bordeaux and north of Périgueux.
History and identity
Bergerac is the second city in the Dordogne by population, after Périgueux, and one of the three sub-prefectures of the department. It occupies the purple Périgord on the banks of the Dordogne, also supplied locally by the Caudeau and the Conne. Its territory lies on a plateau where siliceous-sandstone deposits and lacustrine limestones meet.
What to see
The City of Art and History classification invites you to read Bergerac through its urban fabric and its relationship to the river. The Dordogne, Caudeau and Conne structure its framework, while neighboring communes include Monbazillac, Saint-Laurent-des-Vignes and Prigonrieux. Bordeaux is to the west and Périgueux to the north.
Understanding the place
To visit Bergerac, check the current accessibility of transport and sites. The city's historical monuments and geology are main attractions.
Where to stay
A hotel in the center makes it easier to discover the urban heritage and the banks of the Dordogne. To explore the Périgord Pourpre and neighboring towns, compare road access, parking and distances from each accommodation before booking.
Prepare for the visit
Timetables, access conditions and transport may change. Consult the official pages linked from the source before the trip, protect the heritage and leave the entrances to the houses free. Source in local language.