Visit Périgueux, the capital of the Dordogne

Périgueux, in New Aquitaine, a charming town to visit.

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To see

• Saint-Front Cathedral

Built in the 4th and 5th century, it was first a church, then an abbey to finally become a cathedral in the 16th century. It was restored in the 19th century by the architect Paul Abadie. The cathedral is recognizable with its five domes. It has been classified as a historical monument since 1840 and has been a World Heritage Site since 1998.

• Vesunna

In an audacious architecture by Jean Nouvel, the Vesunna site-museum presents the Roman origins of Périgueux on the remains of a large Gallo-Roman residence, the domus of Vésone. Exceptional archaeological collections tell the story of the ancient city and the lifestyles of its inhabitants, the Pétrucores.

• Greenway of the banks of the Isle (V90)

The greenway received a European Greenways Award. It is accessible for pedestrians, bicycles, rollerblades, wheelchairs. It crosses the entire agglomeration of Périgueux from Trélissac to Marsac-sur-l'Isle. Nice little walk.

Not to be missed in Périgord

Château de Bourdeilles

Built on a rocky outcrop, the castle includes two exceptional buildings. A 13th century medieval fortress, with an impressive 32 meter keep. It is a unique jewel of Périgord, with two architectural ensembles that make it special.

Cave of Villars

The largest underground network in Périgord, with more than 13km that have been explored to date.

Museum of Art and Archeology of Périgord

First museum created in the Dordogne in the 19th century.

Golf of Périgueux

Baptism, initiation, internship, passage of the green card. Located on the banks of the Isle, the Golf Club of Périgueux.