Château de Fénelon

The Dordogne


This one-time fortress buffeted by the Hundred Years War was originally constructed in the 12th and 13th centuries. Later additions occurred during the Gothic period (15th century). It was the birthplace of François de Salignac (1651–1715), more commonly known as Archbishop François Fénelon – a theologian and writer.


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1. L’Elevage du Bouyssou

3.37 MILES

The Dordogne is famous for its foie gras. You’ll see duck and goose farms dotted throughout the countryside, many of which offer guided tours and…

2. Moulin de la Tour

6.06 MILES

The humble noix (walnut) has been a prized product of the Dordogne for centuries, and is still used in many local recipes – cakes, puddings, pancakes and…

3. Les Jardins du Manoir d’Eyrignac

6.97 MILES

While it's not quite the work of Edward Scissorhands, these topiary gardens are nonetheless a labour of love, with everything clipped by hand. A…

4. Prison des Templiers

7.16 MILES

Many Knights Templar were imprisoned in Domme in 1307 while they awaited trial. Loads of Templar graffiti in their code system still marks their prison…

5. Grottes Naturelles

7.23 MILES

Honeycombing the stone underneath the village is a series of large caves decorated with ornate stalactites and stalagmites. Get tickets, which include…

6. L'Oustal du Périgord

7.25 MILES

Across the square from the tourist office, artefacts here include clothing, toys and tools, mainly from the 19th century. Admission is included with the…

7. Cour des Chanoines

7.27 MILES

This attractive medieval courtyard can be reached via an alleyway off rue Tourny or from the Jardin des Enfeus. The passage from Cour des Chanoines leads…

8. Jardin des Enfeus

7.27 MILES

Behind the cathedral, the Jardin des Enfeus was Sarlat’s first cemetery. The rocket-shaped Lanterne des Morts may have been built to honour a visit by St…

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