Belvès tourist information
Belves is a lovely and lively medieval town, with a typical bastide layout and centre, and a preserved 15th century covered market hall. The town is well worth a visit.
In the centre of the town you can visit some troglodyte dwellings that date from around the 13th century. In the town you can also see the medieval belfry and walls, a 14th century castle, and the city hall. Belves is famous as being the 'town of seven bell towers'. You will enjoy a pleasant afternoon wandering the streets and alleys of Belves - note that it is listed as 'one of the most beautiful villages in France'.
One of the highlights of Belves is its position on a rock outcrop, and the views across open countryside from the town. Don't ignore the surrounding countryside wnen you visit Belves - there is a great deal to explore in the surrounding small villages.
One curious 'event' near Belves - during the spring hundreds of polytunnels spring up along the road between Belves and Monpazier - this is the 'garden of France'! - in the race to produce early strawberries.
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Holidays near Belves: See our Dordogne Gites pages to find Belves gites.
