Holiday in Périgord

About Périgord

The Périgord is the culinary heart of France and one of the most historically significant regions in Europe – a gently hilly land in the Dordogne department, famous for its medieval castles, prehistoric cave paintings, truffle forests, and a cuisine that delights even the most spoiled French gourmets. For German travelers who want to experience authentic rural France away from the tourist crowds, the Périgord is a dream destination. The region is traditionally divided into four colors: Périgord Noir (black) around Sarlat with its truffles and dark oak forests, Périgord Blanc (white) around Périgueux with its limestone cliffs, Périgord Vert (green) in the wooded north, and Périgord Pourpre (purple) in the wine-growing area around Bergerac. Each color represents its own character and culinary specialties. Sarlat-la-Canéda is the jewel of the Périgord – a perfectly preserved medieval town with golden sandstone houses, Gothic churches, and one of the most beautiful weekly markets in France. Every Saturday, the old town transforms into a gourmet paradise with Foie Gras, truffles, walnuts, Confit de Canard, and local wines. The Lascaux cave, whose prehistoric paintings are among the most significant artworks in human history, is just a few kilometers away – the authentic replica Lascaux IV is a technological masterpiece. The Dordogne Valley, with its canoeing, castles on cliffs, and picturesque villages like La Roque-Gageac, Domme, and Beynac, is one of the most beautiful river landscapes in Europe. The region is easily accessible by car from Germany and is perfect for a two-week holiday home vacation with family – holiday homes with pools are affordable and plentiful.