Périgueux
Dordogne, France
The regional capital, blending Gallo-Roman ruins with a lively modern food scene.
Places in Périgueux
- Périgueux wine bars Wine bars in the regional capital, blending Gallo-Roman heritage with modern drinking culture.
Practical notes for Dordogne
- Best time to visit
- May to June and September offer warm weather for exploring the region's markets and countryside without peak-summer crowds.
- Getting around
- A car is essential for exploring the Dordogne's scattered villages, châteaux, and prehistoric cave sites.
- Currency
- Euro (€)
- Language
- French. English is spoken in tourism and hotels.
- Timezone
- CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
- Current trends
- Château conversions and historic hôtels particuliers continue leading the region's accommodation scene, pairing centuries-old buildings with chic gourmet restaurants that put a modern spin on Périgord's classic truffle and foie gras traditions.
Other neighborhoods in Dordogne
- Sarlat-la-Canéda — A well-preserved medieval town at the heart of the Dordogne, known for its markets and honey-coloured stone buildings.
- Bergerac — A historic town fusing history with bustling markets, chic bars, and hip restaurants.
Read the full Dordogne guide