Château de Biron
Château de Biron, a « Major Attraction of Aquitaine »
The immense outline of Château de Biron castle stands proudly on a promontory in Dordogne, on the border between Périgord and Agenais regions. Built during the Middle Ages, the destiny of the castle was inextricably linked to the Gontaut-Biron family for 800 years. This important Périgord family, close to the Kings of France, owned the baronial estate until 1938. The castle has buildings from the different periods of its history including a medieval keep, Renaissance main building and chapel and neo-classical terrace with open views to the horizon.
It is hardly surprising to learn that the castle has been the backdrop for many films including « La Fille de d’Artagnan (Revenge of the Musketeers) » and « Le Pacte des Loups (Brotherhood of the Wolf) ».
The castle continues to evolve in the 21st century with the superb restoration of the main reception halls into a venue for major exhibitions of contemporary art .
Activities for families during (French) school holidays.
Treasure hunt. Dramatised night-time tours in July and August. Evening gourmet food markets in July and August. Souvenir shop and bookshop.
Visits with audioguide available in 5 languages and French sign language. Not suitable for visitors with reduced mobility.
Contact : CHATEAU DE BIRON 24540 BIRON
QOther attractions in the area
- Bastide de Monpazier (fortified village)
- Village of Belvès and its troglodyte dwellings
- Cloître de Cadouin (Cistercian abbey and cloister)
- Grottes de Maxange at Buisson de Cadouin (caves)
- Jardins Les Bambous de Planbuisson at Buisson de Cadouin (gardens)
- Bastide de Villefranche du Périgord (fortified village)
In and around Château de Biron
A discovery trail leads to the village of Biron and its church; information boards along the way recount the history of the village and its chatelains.
Walks through the Forêts de Biron where, in autumn, you can hear the roar of rutting stags.
Outdoor Leisure Park at La Capelle Biron with treetop adventure trails (minimum age 3), crazy golf, play park and picnic areas, natural swimming pool (water filtered using only plants and minerals).
Paintball and airsoft centre (100% nature) at Villefranche du Périgord. Fun and thrills for all the family in a secure, shady environment. Instruction given, Equipment adapted for different ages.
The Riding Centre at Montferrand du Périgord offers rides for teenagers and adults and treks of one day or longer. Pony-club open all year for children aged 6 – 13.
A wide range of bike rides (cycle hire at Capdrot)
