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Villefranche-du-Perigord

Villefranche-du-Perigord is a bastide town towards the southern end of the Dordogne department of Aquitaine.

The small town is to the south east of Monpazier (which is itself perhaps the finest of all the small towns in this part of France) so gets less attention than you might expect.

And in truth, rightly so, because while it is an attractive little town it loses something in 'medieval authenticity' to its grander neighbour. It is however a pleasant place to pass an hour or two wandering the streets, which are more lived-in than those of Monpazier.

The central square in Villefranche du Perigord has the arcades and church that you would expect from a bastide town, and an attractive open market hall on stone columns. Be aware that the church here is a much more recent addition, and only dates from the 19th century, so does not bear the fortifications that you expect of a church in a bastide town.

Park in the square, then walk down the side street that runs off from the square, and back along the road that runs parallel, and you have seen much of the town. En-route you will see lots of authentic medieval houses. Next to the tourist office there is a small museum dedicated to the chestnut and mushrooms that are harvested in the region.

The other attraction of Villefranche-du-Perigord is its location. The surrounding countryside is very attractive - mostly wooded hills and small sleepy villages, and lovely to explore.

You are likely to want to visit Chateau Bonaguil if you stay near here - one of the finest castles in France (in our opinion!).

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Explore places within about 70 kilometres on a map at Visit Villefranche-du-Perigord.

Some of the closer places are listed below (distances from Villefranche-du-Perigord are approximate and direct - as the crow flies. Only places listed on the france this way site are shown!)

• Belves Most beautiful village at 17 km
• Beynac Most beautiful village at 24 km
• Chateau de Beynac Chateau at 25 km
• Chateau de Biron Chateau at 22 km
• Chateau de Bonaguil Chateau at 12 km
• Chateau de Castelnaud Chateau at 25 km
• Chateau de Fumel Chateau at 19 km
• Chateau de Gavaudun Chateau at 22 km
• Chateau des Milandes Chateau at 22 km
• Domme Most beautiful village at 24 km
• Monpazier Most beautiful village at 21 km
• Puy-l'Eveque Village on the Lot River at 16 km
• La Roque-Gageac Most beautiful village at 24 km
• Tremolat Renowned Dordogne viewpoint at 38 km

 

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