Dordogne Valley

Set in the heart of south-west France, the Dordogne Valley reveals a history as rich as the landscapes that characterize it. Witness to the earliest European civilizations, the valley is home to exceptional prehistoric sites such as the Lascaux caves, renowned for their millennia-old cave paintings. Over the centuries, the Dordogne has been the Theater of medieval battles, and its hills are crowned with majestic castles that tell tales of love and war. 
The river's winding banks have also seen the passage of cargo-laden barges, once vital to the local economy. Today, the Dordogne Valley enchants visitors with its unspoilt villages, cobbled streets and lively markets, revealing a timeless harmony between history, nature and everyday life.

The diversity of the Dordogne Valley's landscapes makes it a destination in its own right: from the peaks of the Cantal to the Causse Correzien, and from the cliffs of the Périgord Dordogne to the Lot department, there are many hidden treasures.

Natural treasures such as prehistoric caves and chasms like Padirac, La Fage and Maxange stretch the length of the Valley, overlooked by sumptuous medieval castles. Cruising along the valley, you'll discover villages ranked among the "most beautiful villages in France", as well as historic towns and cities: Rocamadour on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, Sarlat-La-Canéda, Carennac, Collonges-La-Rouge, Argentat-sur-Dordogne, Marcolès, Bergerac, Autoire, Chaudes-Aigues..

A diversity that extends right down to the plate, where the greatest chefs tame the authentic, noble and local products that are the pride of the producers of this gourmet land. A wide range of activities on land, in the air or on the river will give you a whole new perspective on the Dordogne Valley, while inviting you to relax and enjoy a change of scenery!