Tourism in Perigord Noir

The Périgord Noir, located in the south of the Dordogne, Dordogne is a natural region that must be visited. Our campsite is located in the Dordogne, also called the Périgord Noir. On the tourist side, our natural region has a lot to offer you among castles, prehistoric sites and medieval villages, you have everything you need not to be bored and amazed with family or friends.

PERIGORD NOIR, WHY?

When researching the activities to do and the places to visit in the Périgord Noir, you have probably wondered why the Périgord Noir. In the southeast of the Dordogne, the Périgord Noir is so called because there are many holm oak forests. These oak forests are very dark, which gives this old Sarladaise region the name Périgord Noir. But that is not everything, The Dordogne is divided into three other parts: Périgord Blanc, Périgord Pourpre and Périgord Vert. This division into four colors was decided for tourist reasons and to help visitors find their way. Let’s start with the Périgord Vert. This is the northern part of the Dordogne. The name was given by Jules Verne himself, who constantly admired the green landscape of the meadows. The Périgord Blanc is located in the center of the Dordogne. The capital of the department is located in this part of the Dordogne: Périgueux. The name was chosen because of the white color of limestone, often used to construct buildings. Finally, we end with the Périgord Pourpre. This part is located in the southwest of the Dordogne, near the Bordelais. As you can imagine, it takes its name from the vineyards of the department.

Visit the medieval towns and villages of the Périgord

Discover the beautiful gardens in the Dordogne

Discover the castles of the Périgord Noir

Unmissable sites to visit

SPORTS ACTIVITIES IN THE DORDOGNE

Descent of the Dordogne by canoe, walking or cycling on the many hiking trails, horse riding, tree climbing, climbing, via Ferrata, caving, hot-air balloon rides….