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An information panel describes the special features of the bell tower, which was built in the style of a campanile, structurally separate from the church on a rocky outcrop. Although its exact construction date is unknown, it is said to be the undisputed oldest bell tower in France.

Why Visit the Château de Bourdeilles? Visit Bourdeilles for its medieval castle, partly renovated during the Renaissance. For its rich history: The castle, with its two distinct parts – medieval and Renaissance – offers a unique perspective on several centuries of French history. For its panoramas: The castle tower offers magnificent views of the surrounding countryside, a highlight for landscape lovers. For its architectural heritage: This castle combines the charms of a medieval fortress and the elegance of a Renaissance palace, a rarity that makes it a must-see destination in the Dordogne. The Château de Bourdeilles is a captivating visit, offering both an immersion in history and an appreciation of the region's landscapes. It is a place where one can travel through the centuries while enjoying the natural charm of the Dordogne.

The ruins of the Château de la Tour-Blanche dominate the village to the east and peak at 150 m. All that remains of the fortified castle is a large square tower built in white stone, a curtain wall and a secondary tower built on a mound probably replacing a wooden fort The Wars of Religion were fatal to the castle in 1569 and during the siege of the city in 1652 during the Fronde. The castle was confiscated and sold as national property in 1794. The ruins of the castle have been classified as historical monuments since November 20, 1906 During the night of October 11 to 12, 2015, a fire destroyed the entire inhabited part of the south wing, causing one death

Abbey to visit, and its building just opposite, three floors of cultures, workshops, and exhibitions of painters, sculptors. The roof is remarkable for its complexity and its scale.

great place not to be missed

Beautiful village but chateau is private

a landscape, on several routes, wonderful and very relaxing

The Benedictine abbey of Brantôme, built on the banks of the Dronne, is one of the most important religious sites in Périgord. Initially built in the rock, in a troglodyte fashion, it houses impressive caves, which can be visited. The abbey church, where religious services still take place, is topped by a Romanesque bell tower from the 11th century, which is among the oldest in France.