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Bergerac, in the heart of the Périgord Dordogne region, is an ancient and compact city, characterised by its elegant medieval and Renaissance buildings. Gourmet restaurants, street entertainment, and the fact that the whole city can be explored on foot are all part of its charm. Bergerac is also renowned for its wine, and a short trip to the outskirts of the city reveals a landscape of vineyards that produce some of the world’s finest vintages.

Do & See

There is so much to discover in this small picturesque town. There are plenty of historical buildings to explore such as Château De Lanquais and Château De Monbazillac. A gentle walk around the city will also reveal Romanesque churches and interesting museums, such as the Musée du Tabac and the Maison des Vins. Venture further afield to take in the beautiful Dordogne countryside.

La Maison Des Vins De Bergerac

Housed in a former monastery that dates back to the 17th century, the Maison des Vins de Bergerac showcases fine exhibits on the history of the region's wine production industry. Visitors can naturally sample and purchase some of the vintages to take home.

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Musée Costi

Musée Costi is located in the cellar beneath Presbytere Saint Jacques and showcases a number of bronze statues by the Greek sculptor Constantin Papachristopoulos (more commonly known as Costi), who gave all the sculptures to the town of Bergerac to be displayed to the public.

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Musée Du Tabac

The Bergerac Tobacco Museum is located in a beautiful turreted building called Pyrarède House. The museum's five exhibits showcase the history of tobacco in connection to the city of Bergerac, from its discovery to its social use.

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Cyrano De Bergerac Statue

Cyrano de Bergerac is the titular fictional character from poet and dramatist Edmond Rostand’s great comedic work, adopted by the town of Bergerac. The statue is surrounded by quaint restaurants and is a great place to take a break from exploring the town.

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Boat Trips on the Dordogne River

The traditional flat-bottomed boats that have historically navigated the Dordogne River are known as "gabarres," and there is no better way to take in the countryside of the region than aboard one. Take a one-hour tour and be in awe of the natural surroundings and picturesque villages you will pass.

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Moulin de la Rouzique

This adorable water mill, which rests on the banks of the Dordogne, is now an interactive museum dedicated to the production of cotton paper. AS well as exhibitions on the production process and the history of paper-making in the region, visitors can see how the equipment is used and produce their own paper.

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Population:	29,000
Currency:	Euro, €1 = 100 cents
Emergency Numbers:	Police: 17 Fire: 18 Medical: 15
Newspapers:	Le Figaro Aujourd’hui en France Le Journal du Dimanche Les Echos
Opening Hours:	Shop opening hours are generally 10am to 1pm and from around 2pm to 7pm daily. Shops are closed Sundays (sometimes also on Mondays). Some may open longer during the summer season or for a few weeks prior to Christmas only.
Tourist Information:	Office de Tourisme Bergerac 97 Rue Neuve d’Argenson Bergerac, France +33 553 570 311

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Bergerac

Do & See

La Maison Des Vins De Bergerac

Musée Costi

Musée Du Tabac

Cyrano De Bergerac Statue

Boat Trips on the Dordogne River

Moulin de la Rouzique