Explore the charm of Saint-romain-de-monpazier

This walk allows you to discover the bastide of Monpazier and to learn about its special architecture. The structured plan of the bastide is organized by different types of roads, including the carreyrous, small lanes that cut through the blocks of houses, which you will follow. You will pass in turn on the square central place, provided with a market hall, (ordering element of the plan), the place of Cornières which was the place of exchange, trade, justice. You can observe 23 houses with open porticoes, built from the 13th to the 17th century, which formed front stores. The church of St Dominique is a sober building, as is customary in the churches of the bastides. You will pass by the washhouse, protected by a canopy, supplied by a spring and the fountain of the loves, a small building surmounted by a tympanum.

Monpazier is a fortified town founded in 1284, under the reign of the King of England, Duke of Aquitaine Edward I. Eight centuries after its creation, its initial plan has been preserved despite the horrors of the Hundred Years War, famine and epidemics. This rectangular plan developed around the Place des Cornières, surrounded by houses built between the 13th and 17th centuries. With its galleries with Gothic arcades, the square still has its old market hall. This fortified town was surrounded by ramparts and was entered through 8 guarded gates. Only 3 gates still exist today. Inside the bastides, the inhabitants were free. Thus, girls could marry whoever they wanted without asking the lord. Boys did not need a dowry to enter the orders. To settle in the bastide, one had to be able to pay a tax.

Forests are omnipresent here. Woodlands occupy the slopes of the valleys and the meagre terrain of the plateau, contributing to the highly diversified landscape mosaic of this corner of Périgord. Deciduous trees dominate, notably pedunculate oak, chestnut and sessile oak. Maritime pine also plays an important role in the mixed stands and coniferous forests of the Bessède forest.

Welcome to the Boucle d'Avitus. Starting from the town of Saint Avit Sénieur, a stage on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, you will walk 8.8km in the heart of the Bergerac region and discover the views and landscapes of Saint Avit Sénieur with its abbey, its house with a sundial, the Prior's House, the Monks' Dormitory, ...

Do not forget your binoculars for this walk on the banks of the lake Brayssou, where you can observe mallards, teals or whistling ducks from a shelter set up by the federation of hunters.

Having started in the valley of the river the Dropt, you have to climb a small hill before discovering the large water reserve of Lac du Brayssou. After you have walked around the lake, the monumental castle of Biron appears, when you are on top of the hill of Dropt Haut.

A great day's ride through the Bastides region to visit the Bastides of Beaumont du Périgord and Molières, as well as the abbeys of Cadouin and Saint Avit Sénieur! The little "plus": a picnic lunch in the gardens of Cadouin Abbey, which allows horses and riders to eat in this relaxing setting. The bastides, from the Occitan bastida (construction) of the Périgord, correspond to a new type of town that was created between the 12th and 14th centuries. In contrast to the medieval habitat generally grouped around the church or the castle, the bastide was more like a Roman city, organized around a central administrative and commercial square.

Starting in Saint Martin de Villeréal, a village nestled in the countryside, this walk will first cross a limestone hill before descending into the valley of the river Dropt, home to many mills.

Welcome to the White Dolmen Loop of Nojals and Clotte. Through this 27km hike, discover the hamlet of Clotte and its church, the bastide Beaumont du Périgord and the White Dolmen, classified as a historical monument, it is one of the most beautiful dolmens of the Périgord.

Departure: from the signpost located on the municipal car park of Vergt-de Biron, it is possible to join the loop of the castle by a connecting route (green markings), the effective departure of which is in Biron. From the signpost, go towards the calvary and the church. Pass to the right of the church and go straight down following a grassy path.

Visiting the Bastideum in Monpazier will take you on a journey through centuries of a new form of villages' architecture, history and life. Monpazier is the perfect place to see for real what the people of that time had in mind and wanted to put in place. Medieval-inspired garden and have fun playing the many olden games. At the high season: game party, night time quests, theatrical tour, etc...

Charming hotel surrounded by historical richness and generous nature; Hotel with taste and harmony. The enclosed garden houses the swimming pool surrounded by a spacious terrace. Gourmet restaurant on site.

Campsite located in the countryside nearby Monpazier on a hill surrounded by 28 hectares with a lake, ideal for fishing.

Located between Bergerac and Sarlat, in the south of the Dordogne department, naturist vacation center. The site covers 17.5 hectares of forest and meadows. The 100 very spacious places are not stuck together and there is of course the choice between a place in the sun or in the shade.

Located 8 km from Villeréal, in the heart of the bastide country and a stone's throw from the Périgord, our three chalets (‘Écureuil’, “Chanterelle” and ‘Hérisson’) welcome you for your holiday stays. Come and enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside while taking advantage of the wonders of the region. Chalets (one with a mezzanine) for 4 to 6 people. Surface area: 35m². 2 bedrooms: 1 double bed (140 cm) and 2 single beds (90 cm) in bunk beds (+ 1 double bed (140 cm) in the mezzanine for the ‘Hérisson’ chalet). Living room - equipped kitchen area, digital TV, bathroom (shower, sink, washing machine), separate toilet. Covered terrace (8m²). Barbecue. Parking. On site: shared swimming pool (6x12m), table tennis, pétanque, volleyball/badminton court. Large outdoor area available.

13th century "Chartreuse". 4 B&B rooms, shaded terrace, park, panoramic view over the bastide town of Monpazier. Poultry. Walking tracks, fishing lake, Older vehicles rental. People on horses welcome, cyclists…

The house is perfect for family gatherings. It's just a few kilometers from the bastide town of Monpazier, one of France's most beautiful villages. It is conveniently located near numerous prehistoric sites (Lascaux, Les Eyzies), medieval châteaux (Biron, Beynac, Castelnaud) and prestigious AOC wines (St-Émilion, Monbazillac).

This former 17th-century miller's house has been restored in the Périgord style, retaining its charm and authenticity. The ground floor features a large, fully-equipped kitchen with dining area and sitting area; the dining room opens onto a 15m² covered outdoor terrace. The second floor features a living room with TV, library and access to a large balcony. One bedroom (160cm bed), with private bathroom and WC. On the 2nd floor, a 2nd large attic bedroom with air-conditioning, 160cm bed, private bathroom and WC. Accessible from outside and totally independent, a third bedroom (160cm bed), with private shower room and separate toilet. You can also relax in the 2000m² garden planted with flowers and trees. Coming in 2024: private, semi-buried, heated swimming pool.

Naomi welcomes you in a former farmhouse that has been completely renovated. The whole property is spread over almost one hectare of land. This haven of peace will be the ideal place to recharge your batteries and an ideal starting point to discover our beautiful region, its heritage, its markets, its producers and craftsmen. It is located 5 minutes by car from the bastide town of Villeréal where you will find shops and services and 8 km from the bastide town of Monpazier (both are classified among the Most Beautiful Villages in France). From the swimming pool you will enjoy the view of the surrounding countryside and the Brayssou lake located at 200 meters (fishing and hiking). Both functional and warm, this charming little studio is a perfect place to stay for a weekend or a longer stay. It can be rented on its own or as an extension to the gîte next door.

A little away from the charming village of Montferrand-du-Périgord, accessible by a pleasant path, the Romanesque Chapel of Saint-Christophe is a small church that is well worth a visit. It has a bell tower from the 12th century, rebuilt in the 13th and 14th centuries, and a small nave where you can observe a low wall with a fishbone device. The Saint-Christophe Chapel is classified as a Historic Monument. You will particularly notice its paintings, a part of which was unfortunately destroyed after 1847. The oldest date back to the 11th century. They represent the liberation of a prisoner by Saint-Léonard, the Pantocrator surrounded by the Tetramorph and the Annunciation and Saint-Christophe.

Picnic area consisting of four shaded tables, near the church.

12th century church, with a walled bell tower, a short nave with barrel vaults and false transept under the cupolas, semicircular apse covered with a cul de four and flanked by apsidioles. Fine examples of Romanesque sculptures on the capitals and modillions. Open every day. The church and the house of the XIVth century prior (a few meters away), are classified as historical monuments.

Peasant cuisine. Local products. Charming welcome. Booking advised.

Established since 1989 in the old post office. An haven of calm. Food with fresh and local products.

The chief offers you a refined food with local products. Game specialities.

Restaurant - Bar - Charming cafe with live music.

We offer you a genuine cuisine from seasonal products.

Family restaurant offering traditional cuisine with wood-fired grills, meat and fish. Traditional cuisine. The Cassang family has a canning factory, and the products made are available at the restaurant: duck foie gras, duck confit, home-made cassoulet...

A gourmet restaurant located in one of the rooms of the Edward 1st 's Hotel. Intimate atmosphere. Taste our delicious dishes.

A country guinguette at the foot of the Abbey of Saint Avit Sénieur (Unesco World Heritage Site). Come and discover this unusual place. Wood-fired cooking, fresh, organic and local produce. A selection of natural wines and cultural events await you.

Regional and traditional cuisine, made with fresh, local produce. All specialities available on request.

The Amarie gite can accommodate up to 8 people all year round. Fully equipped, it has 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets, 1 bedroom for 3 persons + 1 mezzanine, a veranda and a terrace. In addition, the Amarie gîte offers you its garden, its playground and its mini-farm.

Campsite located on the shore of Lake Veronne with a beach of fine sand reserved for campers 2 km from the bastide Monpazier. Spacious and shaded pitches. Bathing, fishing, hiking.

On the Route des Bastides and close to Monpazier, the Maison secrète estate offers several apartments for three to six people. This three-person apartment is self-contained. Shared swimming pool.

On the Route des Bastides and close to Monpazier, the Maison secrète estate offers several apartments for three to six people. This apartment, with views of the countryside through double-height glass doors, has two bedrooms for six people. Shared swimming pool.

On the Route des Bastides and close to Monpazier, the Maison secrète estate offers several apartments for three to six people. This apartment with double terrace has a bedroom for four people. Shared swimming pool.

On the Route des Bastides and close to Monpazier, the Maison secrète estate offers several apartments for three to six people. The studio for two is self-contained. Shared swimming pool.

House for 2 people with private heated pool

In the heart of the Couze Valley, near Beaumont du Périgord and Monpazier, the Au Coeur de la prairie gite has two bedrooms for four people.

This old renovated farmhouse is located in the heart of the Couze Valley in a quiet hilly countryside, near Beaumont du Périgord and Monpazier. The gite Minjour is an independent house on one level, in a non active farmhouse, which has two bedrooms for four persons.

In a charming little village (Paleyrac) nestled on the hillsides overlooking the Dordogne (2 km) in the Black Perigord on the borders of the Purple Perigord, a typical Perigordian property restored with passion, will welcome you in an independent cottage overlooking a garden with trees and flowers in the heart of a pretty and quiet hamlet on the edge of the forest. Ideally situated to discover the valleys of the Dordogne, the Vézère and the Pays des Bastides. A perfect place for nature lovers (walking in the forest, fishing, hiking, swimming, canoeing etc) and sportsmen (cycling, mountain biking, tennis, horse riding etc). Around a welcome drink, Catherine and Hervé will be pleased to inform you about the many sites and monuments to be discovered in the surroundings. Lovers of cooking and gastronomy, they will be able to advise you on the best restaurants in the region according to your