Old City Trips
Discover all the beautiful old french Cities & Highlights in the Dordogne
Brantôme – The Venice of the Périgord A romantic riverside town wrapped around the Dronne, perfect for a slow and peaceful day trip. Wander along the water, explore the Benedictine Abbey, and enjoy a drink on a terrace by the river. Boat trips and canoe tours are available for an even more scenic experience.
Highlights: Abbey of Brantôme • Riverside cafés • Canoeing • Weekly market
Saint-Jean-de-Côle – One of France’s Most Beautiful Villages This charming medieval village is small, quiet and full of character. With stone houses, a Romanesque bridge and little cafés, it’s the ideal destination for a calm, authentic outing away from crowds.
Highlights: Château de la Marthonie • Medieval streets • Flower-filled squares
The Dordogne offers a rare mix of silence, scenery and culture with countless places to explore at a gentle pace. perfect for for doing old city trips
Périgueux – Historic Capital of the Dordogne For those who enjoy a touch of city life, Périgueux offers culture, history, great markets and elegant streets. Visit the impressive Saint-Front Cathedral and wander through the old town, filled with boutiques, terraces and local gastronomy.
Highlights: Saint-Front Cathedral • Old Town • Roman ruins • Local markets
Bergerac – Wine, History & River Views A friendly and picturesque town on the Dordogne River, surrounded by some of the region’s best vineyards. Perfect for a relaxed day of wine tasting, strolling through historic lanes and enjoying long lunches on sunny terraces.
Highlights: Old Town • Wine tasting & vineyards • Statue of Cyrano • Riverfront
Sarlat-la-Canéda – Medieval Atmosphere & Famous Market One of the Dordogne’s most beloved towns, known for golden stone streets, lively markets and fairy-tale architecture. Sarlat is perfect for a leisurely day of exploring, especially in the morning before it gets busy.
Highlights: Medieval old town • Local market • Street cafés • Night-time ambiance
Beynac-et-Cazenac – Clifftop Castle & Iconic Dordogne Views One of the most dramatic sites in the region: a fortress perched high above the river, with a postcard-perfect village below. It pairs beautifully with a scenic drive through the Dordogne Valley.
Highlights: Château de Beynac • River views • Historic hilltop village
Whether you love charming villages, historic towns, local gastronomy or peaceful nature, everything is within easy reach from La Grange.
La Grange is the place to stay for your old city trips.
What are you waiting for?
We look forward to welcoming you to our French home in the Dordogne.
