Map of chateaux 1-2 hours away
Chateau de Hautefort
One of the most important chateaux in the Périgord, Hautefort (pictured) is furnished with 17th and 18th century furniture, and is surrounded by a fine park and lovely terraced gardens Website
Chateau de Montreal
This castle was built in the 12th century and then added a chapel in the 16th century Website
Lanquais
One of the most beautiful chateaux in the region, Lanquais is often known as the ‘unfinished Louvre’ of the Périgord. It has Renaissance-style furnished and decorated apartments Website
Chateau de Monbazillac
Located in the Monbazillac vineyards, this chateau combines defensive battlements with gracious Renaissance touches. Taste the regional wines and dine in the chateau restaurant Website
Chateau de Castelnaud
A feudal castle, and museum of war in the middle ages, with excellent collection of weapons and instruments of warfare Website
Chateau d’Eyrignac
Lovely manor with stunning gardens, reputed to be one of the finest in France Website
Chateau de Fenelon
Furnished castle overlooking the Dordogne Valley, where the great Fenelon, author of ‘Telemarque’ was born in 1651 Website
Chateau de Losse
Outstanding 16th and 17th century decor and furniture. Spectacular view from terrace and gardens of the Vézère Valley Website
Chateau de Biron
Former barony of the Périgord, this historic castle has a 12th century donjon, a two-storey chapel, Renaissance apartments and an impressive vaulted kitchen Website