Bergerac

Bergerac sits in the heart of the Dordogne's Purple Périgord, a region known for vineyards, river valleys, historic towns, and a slower pace of life. Visitors come for the surrounding wine country, traditional markets, and opportunities to explore the countryside by road, river, or foot. The town also makes a convenient base for discovering the wider Dordogne region.

Direct flights from Stansted to Bergerac take around 1 hour 45 minutes, arriving at Bergerac Dordogne Périgord Airport (EGC). Ryanair operates direct flights from London Stansted. British Airways CityFlyer also runs a seasonal Saturday service. Flight schedules are concentrated between late March and October, reflecting the region's peak visitor season.

Bergerac's historic centre is a network of narrow streets, small squares, and timber-framed houses. Two statues of the 17^th century writer and soldier, Savinien de Cyrano de Bergerac, stand in the old town. The tale behind the location’s close association with the literary figure is an amusing one which can be discovered at The Cyrano Experience.

On the riverfront, Quai Cyrano combines the tourist office and Bergerac-Duras wine centre with the historic Cloître des Récollets. Its terrace overlooks the Dordogne, where traditional flat-bottomed gabarres operate river trips.

South of the town you’ll discover Château de Monbazillac, which was built between 1550 and 1582. The château stands above the surrounding vineyards, with stunning views across the Dordogne Valley.

Duck features prominently in Périgord cooking. Local dishes include confit de canard and magret de canard, alongside Cabécou du Périgord goat's cheese.

Bergerac also makes a convenient base for exploring the vineyards, river landscapes, and villages of the wider Périgord Pourpre region.