At the heart of Black Perigord, clinging to one of the most beautiful cliffs of the Dordogne valley, the medieval village of Beynac-et-Cazenac, scored one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France, offers a page of history.
The origins of Beynac, contrary to appearances, are not medieval but older. It is in effect from 2 000 BC. JC that the people of the Bronze Age chose this site for settlement. Remains have also been found near the Archaeological Park. The Gauls have also served to control the trade in wine from Italy.
The castle, doubtless intended to monitor the Dordogne, must have existed in the 9th century, when northern populations upriver and spreading terror.
Simon de Montfort captured the castle in the early 13th century but Beynac reclaim their property through the intervention of Philip Augustus in 1217. The castle remains a family property until 1761, when the marriage of Marie-Claude de Beynac with Christophe de Beaumont. One of the descendants sold it in 1961.
At the time of the Hundred Years War, the fortress of Beynac was one of the French fortresses. The Dordogne then served as border between France and England, not far from the other side of the Dordogne, the Castle Castelnaud was in British hands.
The castle has often served as a framework for shooting films: La Fille de d'Artagnan by Bertrand Tavernier in 1994, 2nd Les Visiteurs (The Corridors of Time) by Jean-Marie Poire in 1997, and Jeanne d'Arc by Luc Besson 1999.
On August 15, 1827, the village Cazenac, located 5 km, is attached to Beynac prefectural decision ratified by a royal ordinance.
On the outskirts of the fortress, the village grew around an enclosure partitioned by several fortified gates. Several areas appear: the barri Cafourque, barri del Soucy (district weavers) or Port. It remains active until the 19th s and was a major stop for gabariers coming down the river to Bordeaux for transporting various goods (staves, cereal?). In addition to trade, fisheries and agriculture, the cultivation of hemp and the building industry (working stone and wood) are flourishing of the Revolution until the mid 19th century
The shopping tour will take you from the castle - which is one of the finest examples of medieval architecture - the old port until the narrow streets of cobblestone lined with houses facades typical blonde wearing d 'imposing tiled roofs.
Everything is then ready for a gourmet stopover or a walk along the Dordogne scow.
SIGHTSEEING
The castle of Beynac.
The boat trips on the Dordogne.
The Archaeological Park.
The church Cazenac.
In season, a tour of the village to explore the different neighborhoods.
Hobbies: canoeing, hiking, fishing, swimming, hot air balloon flights, bike mountain bike ...
Le Relais des Cinq Châteaux takes its name from the splendid views from its terrace. Sitting comfortably, you can actually see five castles amidst the beautiful landscape of the Black...
Located 1.9 km from Beynac-et-Cazenac
47 € per person
Lo Gorissado
8.9
Saint-André-d'Allas
HISTORY - This is a few kilometers from the medieval town of Sarlat-la-Caneda the heart of Black Périgord, the Lo Gorissado restaurant welcomes you in a charming setting. A house in...
Located 3.4 km from Beynac-et-Cazenac
62 € per person
L'Esplanade
8.1
Domme
L'Esplanade the terrace in the medieval city of Domme, it dominates the valley of the Dordogne and the dizzying maze of the river. 450 000 years of history, that makes modest. So here...
Bed and Breakfast Balcon en Forêt welcomes you, peacefully hidden on a hill among fig and walnut trees, a 5 mn walk away from Beynac, from its medieval streets, terraces, canoes and...
Located in Beynac-et-Cazenac
From 135 € to 155 € the double room
Chambres d'hôtes ' la touille '
9.3
Cénac-et-Saint-Julien
At the heart of Périgord Noir 3 bedrooms with bathroom and WC, near Sarlat, Domme, Roque gageac, beynac, Les Eyzies, Lascaux, Rocamadour, ect... Padirac recommended by routard aqitaine...
Located 6.8 km from Beynac-et-Cazenac
From 51 € to 56 € the double room
B&B Chambres d'Hôtes Les Trois Collines
Saint-Cybranet
In the heart of the Perigord Noir, in the Dordogne Valley is Les Trois Collines, the guesthouse for lovers of luxury, relaxation, nice view and people who enjoy life. Stunning views...
Storey dwelling at the edge of the river Dordogne (70 m) beach, vacation canoés. 90 m², with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen, a bathroom, a toilet, a terrace with table, chairs, village barbecue....
Located 1.2 km from Beynac-et-Cazenac
From 300 € to 600 € per week
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Allas-les-Mines
Recent house comfortable on a hill in a green, without opposite and fenced. A 200 m from the river and near the most beautiful sites of the Perigord 20 km from Sarlat.
Located 4.1 km from Beynac-et-Cazenac
From 400 € to 1700 € per week
Perigourdine de charme
8.7
Castels
Our two adjoining self catering gites (8/16 people) are set at the entrance to a small picturesque village in the Dordogne (baran). You will enjoy the quietness of the countryside while...
Camping de Maillac is situated 10 minutes from Sarlat, which is very picturesque, medieval town. By day, you can admire the beautiful architecture, wander through the extensive Saturday...
Located 12.7 km from Beynac-et-Cazenac
21.50 € per day
Camping les charmes
10
Sainte-Mondane
Camping in Perigord, quiet. 3 daisies. Near caves, castles, swimming, fishing, bicycle...
Located 15.4 km from Beynac-et-Cazenac
La ferme de perdigat
10
Limeuil
Conveniently located between Bergerac, Sarlat and Perigueux, the campsite is close to the most prestigious sites of the Perigord. At the confluence of the Dordogne valley (castles)...
Located in the Aquitaine region, this hotel is a 5-minute walk from Château de Beynac and 10 km from Sarlat. It offers en suite rooms with views of the medieval village of Beynac-et-Cazenac...
Located in Beynac-et-Cazenac
Room from 40 €
Hotel du Chateau
7.3
Beynac-et-Cazenac
Hotel du Chateau welcomes you in the heart of Dordogne, one of the most beautiful French villages in the middle of the Périgord Noir. The comfortable and recently renewed rooms come...
Located in Beynac-et-Cazenac
Room from 47 €
Le Relais Des 5 Chateaux
6.9
Vézac
The Relais des 5 Châteaux is located in the heart of the Dordogne region in south-western France. It has an outdoor swimming pool and a children’s play ground. Each guest room at Le...
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