Biron

Biron

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TownBironVergt-de-Biron at 2.9 km (4 min)
Insee code24043Lacapelle-Biron at 4.3 km (5 min)
Postcode24540Gaugeac at 5.3 km (6 min)
Latitude44.6313180Soulaures at 7 km (8 min)
Longitude0.8708890Saint-Martin-de-Villeréal at 7.4 km (8 min)
AltitudeFrom 128 to 240 metersParranquet at 7.6 km (9 min)
Surface12.98 km²Monpazier at 8.1 km (9 min)
Population183 inhabitantsDévillac at 8.8 km (11 min)
Density14 inhabitants/km²Laussou at 9.7 km (12 min)
Chief townPérigueux (at 82 km, 95 min)Marsalès at 10.2 km (12 min)
DepartmentDordogneRayet at 10.2 km (12 min)
RegionAquitaineSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

The town of Biron with approximately 183 inhabitants is located on Township Monpazier between Perigord and Agen.


SIGHTSEEING

Castle Biron:

The town of Biron is known for its castle from the 12th and 18th centuries, historical monument and major site of Aquitaine, which was the headquarters of one of the four baronies of Périgord. The castle occupies a strategic position on the edge of the Perigord and the Agen. Its history is linked to the size of a family, Gontaut-Biron, which held a stronghold for eight hundred years. Every century between the 12th and the eighteenth, a new architectural footprint was left. This package can not be ignored by her presence: Dungeon of the twelfth, double chapel floor, Renaissance apartments, kitchens vaulted hall of the States ... Beautiful views of the surrounding countryside from the terraces of the castle. The visit is not free, it is nevertheless possible to approach the castle, and was overwhelmed by the atmosphere of places that have served on many films including the film "Visitors II.

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MonumentsCastle of Biron

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Monpazier Cadouin St. Avitus-Sénieur, Molière, Villefranche du Périgord, Beaumont, Montferrand, Sainte-Croix de Beaumont are many sites, medieval fortified royal visit. Loop circuits (walking or cycling) between these municipalities, which can boast of being world heritage of UNESCO (St. Avitus-Sénieur and Cadouin) or major sites in Aquitaine.

PHOTOS
Climb to the Castle
 
The village with its castle
Signage
 
Parts Castle
Church
 
in the castle courtyard
Part of the castle
 
church
Details of a tour
 
Court Castle
House Village
 
Part feudal
City Hall
 
Mailbox
Village Homes
  
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WEATHER
Saturday 2 June
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Min. 17°C - Max. 32°C
Sunday 3 June
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Min. 15°C - Max. 31°C
Monday 4 June
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Min. 12°C - Max. 22°C
RESTAURANTS 
Hostellerie de Saint Front  
9.3
Beaumont-du-Périgord
Hôtel, Café de Pays, Restaurant. It Purple Périgord, in the heart of the Bastide Country, Beaumont du Perigord, a village of the 13th century, Anne-Sophie, Landlady caring, and Gilles,...
Located 17.4 km from BironFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 
Auberge de La Salvetat
Cadouin
Auberge de La Salvetat. Hotel***Restaurant. Route de Belvès - 24480 Cadouin. Tel. 05.53.63.42.79. Ann et Steve jordan welcome you to their family run Hotel Auberge de La Salvetat and...
Located 18.4 km from BironFrom 30 € to 35 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La Safranière  
Nojals-et-Clotte
In the land of walled towns and abbeys, Patricia and Denis offer you a room of 30m² guest comfort with direct access to a large terrace to the pool couverte. Vous enjoy breakfast prepared...
Located 14.8 km from Biron60 € the double room 
La Ferme de la Croix    
9.7
Saint-Avit-Sénieur
Located halfway between Sarlat and Bergerac, La Ferme de la Croix welcomes you to stay a family, quiet and friendly. Beatrice and Frederic will help you discover life in the countryside...
Located 16.9 km from Biron49 € the double room 
Britavit convivialité et charme    
9.8
Saint-Avit-Sénieur
Between Sarlat and Bergerac, St Avitus Sénieur, near the Dordogne Valley, four cottages are furnished with taste and comfort in a big house in the Perigord. Its setting, its beautiful...
Located 17.1 km from BironFrom 65 € to 80 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Castelwood Vacances  
9.2
Biron
At the foot of the Castle of Biron, nestled in a wood, are our 15 wooden chalets. Each chalet has more than 540 sq. ft. living space as well as a spacious porch of 160 sq. ft. They...
Located in BironFrom 257 € to 798 € per week 
Croix la Tuque
Parranquet
House built in 2005 atop a hill, surrounded by a garden of 5000m² with a view to the forest and the castle of Biron. Each of the 4 bedrooms has its own bathroom and toilet séparées....
Located 4.2 km from BironFrom 1400 € to 2000 € per week 
Gite de fargues  
10
Monflanquin
Private pool has exclusive use of this unique cottage. In an old farmhouse (restored) périgourdine 18th century charming cottage without any opposite, and ensuring the peace and the...
Located 6.7 km from BironFrom 300 € to 990 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping des Bastides    
9.2
Salles
Bastide campsite is a camping located at Salles (Aquitaine, France). It offers camping terraces and shady pitches. It is possible to rent tents, caravans and bungalows. The campground...
Located 8.6 km from BironFrom 15 € to 26.50 € per day 
Les catalpas    
9.5
Fumel
Located in the heart of South West between Périgord and Gascony and the first orchard in France, Positioned at the crossroads of 3 departments (Lot, Lot et Garonne and Dordogne) our...
Located 17.5 km from BironFrom 15 € to 19 € per day 
Valenthèze auberge, camping   
8.4
Montcabrier
Our campsite is situated in a picturesque valley bisected by the small river Thèze. We offer 25 individual sites, each with an area of ​​200m², luxury tents for rent and cottages. Enjoy...
Located 19.9 km from BironFrom 15 € to 18 € per day 

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HOTELS
Le Prieuré du Château de Biron 
Biron
Located in a historic building, this B&B is 160 metres from Château de Biron and 13 km from Villeréal. It offers free Wi-Fi access, a garden and a shaded terrace with a well, tables...
Located in BironRoom from 115 €
Castelwood    
9.3
Biron
Set in the woods, Castelwood is a 10-minute walk from Biron Castle, 20 km south of the Dordogne Valley. It has an outdoor pool and spacious chalets with terrace. The Castelwood chalets...
Located in BironRoom from 43 €
Edward 1er     
9
Monpazier
This hotel is in the medieval village of Monpazier. The 3-star hotel offers rooms with views of the Périgord hills and Monpazier. Rooms at the Edward 1er hotel have en suite facilities...
Located 5.6 km from BironRoom from 68 €

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