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Villefranche-du-Perigord

Located in the breathtaking Valley of the Lémance between the stunning Dordogne and Lot rivers, lies the oldest bastide village in the Dordogne.

Founded in 1261, the village retains many beautiful medieval buildings dating back to the 16th century. A village rich in wonders and friendliness, especially on market day (Saturday mornings) where you can soak up the ambience and vibrant colours of French life around the market.

This famous bastide village that lies in the south of the Perigord Noir region is famous for its foie gras, walnuts and cepe mushrooms and its hightly prized black truffles.

Villefranche-du-Perigord is only 40 mins drive from the stunning towns of Sarlat and Domme overlooking the river Dordogne. Both the Lot and Dordogne valleys offer stunning medieval riverside towns to enjoy, overhanging both beautiful rivers.
There are numerous historic and geographical sites to explore including the famous Lascaux caves at Montignac, Rocamadour, Padirac, la Roque Gageac that must be visited and easily accessible from Villefranche-du-Perigord.

Coustalou is a perfect base for exploring neighbouring bastide towns such as Monpazier and Domme in the Dordogne, Monflanquin and Villeneuve-sur-Lot in the Lot Valley.