When you live in Périgueux, there are many activities and attractions to discover. Here are some suggestions on what you can do in the area.
Visit the historic center
Stroll through the old town of Périgueux to discover its rich architectural heritage.
Admire the Saint-Front Cathedral, a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, explore the medieval streets towards the Mataguerre tower and discover Gallo-Roman remains such as the amphitheater or the domus de Vésonne.
The historic districts
2000 years of history
- The Vesunna Museum is dedicated to Gallo-Roman architecture and offers an immersive visit to an ancient villa.
- The Museum of Art and Archeology of Périgord offers a varied collection of works of art and archaeological objects.
- The military museum which houses more than 10 remarkable objects from the Middle Ages to the present day.
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Explore local markets
The markets of Périgueux and the surrounding area are a must. Go to Place de la Clautre or Place du Coderc for the traditional markets where you can find fresh produce, local specialties and local products. The Coderc hall houses the daily market where you will find butcher, cheese maker, fishmonger.
Enjoy the local gastronomy
Périgueux is renowned for its delicious cuisine. Don't miss out on tasting local specialties such as foie gras, truffles, duck confit and regional wines. You will find numerous restaurants and brasseries offering traditional and inventive cuisine.
Explore the surrounding nature
Enjoy the natural beauty of the region as you venture into the Périgord countryside. Go hiking along the hiking trails, bike along the greenways, or canoe-kayak down the river.
The green track
This Greenway, open to pedestrians, cyclists, rollerbladers and people in wheelchairs, allows you to cross the entire conurbation of Périgueux, thanks to three large pedestrian-bicycle bridges over the river, and facilities under the main bridges.
Not to be missed are sites such as the lock keeper's house, the towpath, the Japhet footbridge or the ferry.
Participate in festivals and events
Périgueux hosts several festivals and events throughout the year. The Mimos festival is dedicated to the arts of gesture and offers mime and street theater shows. The Périgueux gourmet book festival is an unmissable event for lovers of delicacies.
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