Historical Mills and Heritage
Central Périgord's heritage spans from the Byzantine-inspired domes of the Cathédrale Saint-Front to fortified structures like the Château de Rognac, which uniquely incorporates a historical mill. This selection highlights the region's architectural evolution, featuring medieval fortresses, Renaissance châteaux such as Hautefort, and secular landmarks like the Masonic temple in Périgueux. These sites offer a focused look at the defensive, industrial, and religious history that shaped the Dordogne valley over several centuries.
A Périgueux Cathedral
Périgueux Cathedral is a Catholic church located in the city of Périgueux, France. A cathedral since 1669, it is dedicated to Saint Front.
B Loge Maçonnique
A 19th-century Masonic temple in Périgueux, featuring a distinctive facade and serving as a notable example of the city's secular architectural history.
C Château de l'Herm
Château de l'Herm is a castle in the commune of Rouffignac-Saint-Cernin-de-Reilhac in the department of Dordogne in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine…
D Château de Hautefort
The Château de Hautefort is a French château and gardens located in the town of Hautefort in the Dordogne.
E Château de Rognac
The Château de Rognac is a castle converted to a château and mill in the commune of Bassillac, Dordogne, France.The site is privately owned…
F Château de la Gaubertie
An 18th-century château located in Saint-Martin-des-Combes, showcasing traditional Périgord architectural styles and listed as a regional heritage site.
G Château de la Bonnetie
The Château de la Bonnetie is a château in the commune of Sarliac-sur-l'Isle in Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
H Château de Baneuil
The Château de Baneuil is a château in Baneuil, Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
I Château de Clérans
The Château de Clérans is a castle in the commune of Cause-de-Clérans in the Dordogne département of France.
J Château de Trigonant
The Château de Trigonant is a château in Antonne-et-Trigonant, Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
K Château de Mauriac
The Château de Mauriac is a château in Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. It is listed as a Monument historique.
L Château d'Aucors
The Château d'Aucors is a Périgord manor house located in the commune of Beaussac, in the Dordogne département, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine…
M Château du Lieu-Dieu
Château du Lieu-Dieu is a château in Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
N Château de Montastruc
The Château de Montastruc is a château in Lamonzie-Montastruc, Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
O Château de Fayolle
The Château de Fayolle is a château in Tocane-Saint-Apre, Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
P Château de la Sandre
A 15th-century manor house in Le Change, characterized by its defensive square tower and classic Périgord Blanc stone construction.
Q Château de la Finou
A historic estate in Lalinde, also referred to as Château de Laffinoux, representing the regional architectural heritage of the Dordogne.
R Manoir de Jaillac
Manoir de Jaillac is a château in Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
S Château de Pommier
The Château de Pommier is a château in Saint-Front-la-Rivière, Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
T Château Saulnier
Château Saulnier is a château in Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. It became a Historic Monument in 1969.
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