
Visit Perigord Blanc
Perigord Blanc is the name given to the central region of the Dordogne, centred around Perigueux. Whilst it is in the Dordogne department it is some distance north of the Dordogne river.
Explore the Perigord Blanc
The name of White Perigord comes from the white chalk of the region which is used in the building of the towns and villages of the area. The white chalk plateau where the stone comes from is a little further north in the Perigord Vert region near Riberac. The Perigord Blanc is split by the River Isle that runs through the centre of the area and passes through Perigueux.
Although less visited than the other regions of the Dordogne, it has several attractions that will interest the visitor.
Perigueux
The capital of the Dordogne department and the most important town in the Perigord Blanc is Perigueux, a beautiful town with an incredible multi-domed cathedral and a lovely medieval centre. It has important Roman remains and an excellent museum of Roman items - the Gallo Roman Vesunna Museum. Its cathedral is UNESCO listed as an important stop on one of the pilgrim routes to Compostela in Spain.
Chancelade Abbey
Near to Perigueux the Chancelade Abbey still has some remnants of the original 12th century building and has some 13th century frescoes to admire.
See Chancelade Abbey travel guide
Sorges
East of Perigueux is the town of Sorges, known as the 'gourmet capital' for its coveted black truffles. As well as the pretty village to explore there is an ecomuseum with lots of information about the history and cultivation of truffles.
Le-Bouquet Garden
On the edge of Sorges is a very individual garden where dozens of patterns have been created using trimmed box and other shrubs.
See the Le-Bouquet garden travel guide
In the west of the Perigord Blanc are a cluster of small towns which are pleasant to explore.
Saint Astier
Saint-Astier sits on the edge of the River Isle and has a pleasant centre with a mix of half-timber and Renaissance houses. On the edge of the village is a network of underground lime quarries that can be visited.
Neuvic
To the west of Perigueux is the small town of Neuvic which has an attractive chateau and park which can be visited in the summer. There are also some half-timber houses, the Maisons Doublaudes, that have been restored and can be visited.
Mussidan
South of Neuvic is the town of Mussidan which is considered to have one of the best markets in the area. Market day is Saturday.
Saint Germain du Salembre
In the centre of Saint Germain du Salembre is a beautiful building called the Chateau de Saint Germain du Salembre. It is private but you can admire its beautiful balcony from the street.
See Saint Germain du Salembre travel guide
Montpon-Menesterol
A quiet town whose two churches have fine organs that are the main sights of the town.
See Montpon-Menéstérol travel guide
Attractions to visit in the Perigord Blanc
The Chateau de Montreal
An attractive castle and gardens with a charming church and stable block. One of the past owners of the chateau travelled to the New World and renamed an Indian Settlement Montreal. Little did he know this would grow into the second biggest French speaking city in the World!
See the Chateau of Montreal travel guide
The Chateau of Neuvic in Neuvic is open to the public in the summer as is the Chateau of Puyferrat in Saint-Astier.
This area is heavily forested and the Foret de la Double to the north of the region is very attractive, reminiscent of the forests of story books and much loved by walkers and fishing enthusiast.
For the other parts of the Perigord see: Perigord Pourpre, Perigord Noir and Perigord Vert.
Map of Perigord Blanc and places to visit
Perigord Blanc places to visit


Chateau de Montreal
The Chateau de Montreal is a small chateau with decorated rooms to visit.
Chateau de Montreal guide
Isle River
The Isle river passes through some of the Dordogne's quieter villages and countryside.
Isle River guide
Montpon-Menesterol
The churches of Montpon and Menesterol have notable church organs.
Montpon-Menesterol guide





Saint Germain du Salembre
Saint Germain de Salembre is a small village with an attractive private chateau in the centre.
Saint Germain du Salembre guide

The Le Bouquet garden
The Le Bouquet garden is a unique garden with 50 parterres and motifs created with clipped box hedges and other plants.
The Le Bouquet garden guide