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Ancient, Mystical, Sacred
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B R A N T Ô M E Ancient, Mystical, Sacred
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There are many delightful chateaux in the Périgord, and many of these are quite close to Brantôme. This list contains a wide range of historical chateaux and their splendid gardens, dating from the Middle Ages through to the Renaissance and the classical 17th century. Some are open in just July and August, others most of the year, but it's worth checking their websites for updated visit times. This is a useful site that lists many of the chateaux in the whole of the Périgord. Best of the Périgord
An early Renaissance, Val de Loire style with sculptured decoration. Website
La Chapelle Faucher Overlooking the Coles Valley in the High Périgord, this chateau has been in the same family for over 500 years. Website
Chateau de Richemont This castle and funeral chapel were the final resting place of 16th century Brantôme abbot and author, Pierre de Bourdeilles. Website
Chateau de Bourdeilles This former barony of the Périgord comprises a feudal fortress and Renaissance palace. The furniture was added later, donated by the previous owners. Website
Chateau de Puymartin This castle has been in the same family since 1450 and has some outstanding furniture and tapestries, as well as 17th paintings. Website
Chateau Les Bories Highlights include a gothic kitchen, monumental stone staircase, and terrace overlooking the river Isle.
The first count of Jumilhac was an alchemist and scholar who left a mysterious imprint on this impressive estate. He was so covetous of his wife that he kept her a prisoner in a room for 30 years, where she spent her time spinning. The castle is magnificent, and the gardens astonishingly beautiful. Website
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Map of chateaux 1-2 hours away
This castle was built in the 12th century and then added a chapel in the 16th century. Website
Chateau de Hautefort One of the most important chateaux in the Périgord, Hautefort is furnished with 17th and 18th century furniture, and is surrounded by a fine park and lovely terraced gardens. Website
Chateau de Monbazillac Located in the Monbazillac vineyards, this chateau combines defensive battlements with gracious Renaissance touches. Taste the regional wines and dine in the chateau restaurant. Website
A feudal castle, and museum of war in the middle ages, with excellent collection of weapons and instruments of warfare. Website
Chateau d'Eyrignac Lovely manor with stunning gardens, reputed to be one of the finest in France. Website
Chateau de Fenelon Furnished castle overlooking the Dordogne Valley, where the great Fenelon, author of 'Telemarque' was born in 1651. Website
Chateau de Losse Outstanding 16th and 17th century decor and furniture. Spectacular view from terrace and gardens of the Vézère Valley. Website
Former barony of the Périgord, this historic castle has a 12th century donjon, a two-storey chapel, Renaissance apartments and an impressive vaulted kitchen. Website
Map of chateaux 1-2 hours away
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Chateau
de Puyguilhem
Chateau
de Jumilhac
Chateau
de Montreal
LANQUAIS One of the most
beautiful chateaux in the region, Lanquais is often known as the
'unfinished Louvre' of the
Périgord. It has Renaissance-style
furnished and decorated apartments.
Chateau
de Castelnaud
Chateau
de Biron