Villefranche-du-Périgord

Villefranche-du-Périgord

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownVillefranche-du-PérigordSaint-Cernin-de-l'Herm at 5 km (6 min)
Insee code24585Loubejac at 5.4 km (13 min)
Postcode24550Besse at 6.7 km (8 min)
Latitude44.6296600Saint-Caprais at 8.2 km (12 min)
Longitude1.0800060Lavaur at 8.2 km (12 min)
AltitudeFrom 155 to 301 metersPrats-du-Périgord at 9.6 km (18 min)
Surface24.50 km²Sauveterre-la-Lémance at 9.6 km (12 min)
Population770 inhabitantsMazeyrolles at 9.8 km (14 min)
Density32 inhabitants/km²Frayssinet-le-Gélat at 10.1 km (13 min)
National labelsMarminiac at 12.3 km (23 min)
Chief townPérigueux (at 85 km, 90 min)Pomarède at 12.4 km (18 min)
DepartmentDordogneOrliac at 12.8 km (25 min)
RegionAquitaineSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Village south of the Black Perigord, in Bastide Country and medieval towns on the border of the Lot and Lot-et-Garonne.

The confines of Perigord, Quercy and high Agen, the bastide Villefranche-du-Périgord, ordered by Alphonse de Poitiers, brother of St. Louis, was founded by William the Seneschal of Barriol and received its charter franchise in 1261. After many vicissitudes, through wars and religious events, she arrived as we know at the dawn of the 21st century.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Place de la Halle still arcaded 12th-century skirts the 19th century church built on the plans Abadie, architect of the Sacre Coeur.
  • The House of Chestnut, Chestnut and Mushroom.
  • Arts and Crafts - Woodworking - Cutler blacksmith.
  • Visit of a chestnut.
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Villefranche-Périgord
MonumentsChurch Saint-Étienne des Landes

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Traditional market every Saturday morning.
  • Market mushrooms every day at 16h in growing period.
  • Movies and entertainment every Friday night.
  • Antiques Fair in August.
  • Chestnut Festival and Boletus in October.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Castle of Biron and Bonaguil.
  • Museum of Prehistory in Sauveterre-la-Lémance.
  • Bastide Monpazier.
  • Medieval Village Belvès.
  • Dordogne Valley.
  • Vezere Valley.
  • Lot Valley.
PHOTOS
Arcade
 
Halle
Rue Saint Georges (Photo credit: Jac'Phot / OT Villefranche)
 
The movie theater
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Night
Min. -1°C - Max. 6°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. -3°C - Max. 7°C
Friday 17 February
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Min. -2°C - Max. 6°C
RESTAURANTS 
Les Prés Gaillardou  
9.9
La Roque-Gageac
Welcome! The restaurant Les Prés Gaillardou is located on the Common Gageac Roque, in an old stone farm size, tastefully restored. In a family atmosphere, modern and friendly, the chef...
Located 23 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordFrom 15 € to 45 € 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 24 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordFrom 25 € to 40 € per person 
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 29 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Atelier de la Rose    
10
Montcabrier
The property is situated on the square of a charming, little bastide village in the Lot, near the Dordogne. The terrace, where breakfast and dinner can be served, has beautiful panoramic...
Located 9.8 km from Villefranche-du-Périgord52 € the double room 
La Buissière    
10
Duravel
La Buissière is a place of calm and spirituality. A place to meet, with yourself, and with others. We support the idea of joining together to share common values such as : respect for...
Located 13.7 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordFrom 60 € to 80 € 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...
Located 17.6 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordFrom 70 € to 80 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
La Pradelle  
9.2
Prats-du-Périgord
Non-terraced holiday home with private swimming pool.
Located 6.3 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordFrom 400 € to 1100 € per week 
Maison de Saint Caprais
Saint-Caprais
Beautifull house, very confortable for 8 persons, in the very quiet countryside, well preserved area. In the hart of the beautifull area of Quercy and Perigord.
Located 6.7 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordFrom 490 € to 1190 € per week 
Ferme de pech-quizel
Cazals
Farmhouse white stone: Between Perigord and Quercy, farm-Pech Quizel welcomes you nestled in lush greenery. Its pool of 11 mx 5 m, covered with its detachable shelter you will attract...
Located 7.1 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordFrom 500 € to 2500 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Valenthèze auberge, camping 
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 7.9 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordFrom 15 € to 18 € per day 
Les catalpas    
9.5
Fumel
Located at the junction of two valleys: Dordogne and Lot, on the edge of 3 departments Lot et Garonne, Lot and Dordogne, the campsite of 2 ha, half bathed Lot offers about 60 pitches....
Located 16.4 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordFrom 16 € to 18 € per day 
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 17.7 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordFrom 15 € to 26.50 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel Restaurant La Bastide     
8.4
Villefranche-du-Périgord
Located in the southern gate to the Perigord, Hôtel Restaurant La Bastide features a terrace overlooking an outdoor swimming pool. The region is famous for its market and local specialties....
Located in Villefranche-du-PérigordRoom from 65 €
Les Hameaux de Pomette 
Marminiac
Located in the heart of the countryside, 2 km from the town of Cazals, this resort offers a swimming pool and a communal BBQ area. Free parking and a children’s playground are available...
Located 9.9 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordRoom from 39 €
Domaine Salinié    
8.9
Montcabrier
Set in the heart of Quercy Perigord, Domaine Salinie offers fully equipped mobile homes and cottages. It is situated on a beautiful camping site. All the studios and cottages are equipped...
Located 10.2 km from Villefranche-du-PérigordRoom from 36 €

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Dordogne
Résidence In-Sarlat ®
Residence In Sarlat is situated in the heart of the historic town Sarlat la-Caneda in the Dordogne region. It offers fully...
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