Visit Beynac
Beynac is a destination in the Dordogne Valley that is easy to fall in love with. This peaceful town in the Périgord Noir region of the Dordogne, with a population of around 500, is one of the nine "most beautiful villages in France" in the Périgord Noir, alongside Castelnaud, La Roque-Gageac, Domme, and Monpazier.
The old streets and small squares of the village offer visitors a complete immersion in medieval times.
It is also an opportunity to discover the many houses with slate roofs typical of the Périgord region.
Let yourself be tempted by our campsite near Beynac in the Périgord Noir region and take the opportunity to explore the town and its surroundings.
Where is Beynac?
Beynac is one of the must-see destinations in the Périgord Noir region, among medieval towns, historic monuments, and prehistoric remains listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The village is located in the heart of the Dordogne Valley, which is home to many medieval towns prized for their authentic charm, historical heritage, and beautiful natural sites.
Many vacationers visiting Sarlat-la-Canéda, a town of art and history in the Périgord region, take part in guided tours of these typical villages in the Dordogne valley.
This allows visitors to learn more about small towns such as Beynac and Castelnaud, as well as Collonges-la-Rouge, Curemonte, Autoire, and Loubressac, to name but a few.
Visit the castle of Beynac in the Périgord Noir
Perhaps you are familiar with the famous Château de Beynac?
Beynac-et-Cazenac, one of the "most beautiful villages in France" Ten of the "most beautiful villages in France" are located in the Dordogne department. Nine of them are located in the Périgord Noir region, including Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, La Roque-Gageac, Belvès, Limeuil, and Beynac. Beynac is located 10 km southwest of Sarlat-la-Canéda, on the banks of the Dordogne River.
The village is particularly well known for its imposing castle in the Périgord Pourpre region, which was once besieged by Richard the Lionheart.
At the foot of this iconic building lie numerous houses with slate roofs and pale facades.
Vacationers also take advantage of their visit to the region to discover other listed villages.
In this case, they can discover five medieval towns in the Dordogne Valley that are also among the "most beautiful villages in France," three of which—Autoire, Carennac, and Loubressac—are located north of the Lot, and two—Collonges-la-Rouge and Curemonte—south of Corrèze.
Markets in Beynac
Every Monday, the seasonal market opens in Ponthou from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., offering visitors the chance to sample a wide range of local products. Fresh kiwis, stuffed snails, truffles, wines (Bergerac, Monbazillac, Pécharmant, Saussignac, Montravel)—there's something for every palate.
Serve slices of Périgord mique, a delicious round bread, with duck foie gras or Périgord caviar from Montpon. Enjoy a piece of Trappe Echourgnac, a local cheese.
And why not enhance the whole experience with one of Domme's wines?
Sail down the Dordogne River from Beynac
Discover the Dordogne from the port of Beynac, which welcomed barges, canoes, and other boats until the 19th century. Opposite the post office, near the Beynac parking lot, board a barge and follow in the footsteps of the history of river transport from the 17th to the 19th centuries.
You can relax and enjoy the view during a 50-minute guided tour.
You will see Beynac towering 150 meters above the valley, its limestone cliff, and the magnificent Marqueyssac Gardens. Admire some of the most beautiful castles in the Périgord region overlooking the Dordogne Valley.
The castle of Castelnaud overlooking the valley, the castle of Beynac, and the impressive castle of Fayrac.
Boarding on the barges takes place every half hour during high season, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The cost is €8.50 per adult and €5 for children aged 4 to 12 (free for children in the morning until 11:30 a.m.).