Belvès

Nearby Villages to Explore.

Timeless villages, hilltop bastides and hidden gems - all just a short distance from Belvès.

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A region of charm and character.

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From hilltop bastides with panoramic views to riverside villages full of history, the Dordogne is dotted with places to wander, discover and fall in love with.

Each village has its own story, and together they make this one of France’s most beautiful regions to explore.

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Belvès is perfectly positioned for discovering the villages, landscapes and historic sites that define the Périgord Noir. From riverside settlements and medieval bastides to panoramic hilltop villages and château views, the Dordogne is filled with places that feel untouched by time.

Whether exploring local markets, historic streets or the peaceful countryside of southwest France, these nearby villages each offer their own unique atmosphere and character.

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Within Twenty Minutes

  • Old property in Urval Dordogne with stunning roof and lovely brown shutters.

    URVAL - 10 Minutes

    A Hidden Hamlet of Stone and Silence.

  • A picture of a belltower in Marnac Dordogne with a beautiful old stone house next door. The sky is bright blue and clear.

    MARNAC - 12 MINUTES

    A Quiet Village above the Dordogne Valley.

  • super picture of an old stone house with a pointed roof

    Berbiguières -13 minutes

    A Hidden Gem of the Dordogne Valley

  • Street view in st cyprien Dordogne with honey coloured stone and sun glistening off the stone.

    Saint-Cyprien - 14 Minutes

    A Town full of Character

  • A narrow street with stone buildings on either side leading to a large stone church with arched windows and a central round window, illuminated by warm sunlight, with a few pedestrians near the church entrance.

    Cadouin -16 Minutes

    Famed for its UNESCO-listed abbey.

  • A historic European town square viewed from beneath a wooden structure, with stone buildings, arched walkways, and a church spire in the background under a clear blue sky.

    Monpazier - 17 Minutes

    A masterpiece of medieval planning,

    Explore Monpazier
  • An old stone building with a tower and conical roof, wooden shutters on windows, and a clear blue sky

    Montferrand-du-Périgord - 17 Minutes

    The timeless charm of rural Dordogne.

  • A view over the fields of Limeuil from the gardens with a metal sculpture of a man with a telescope looking at the view of green fields

    Limeuil - 20 Minutes

    Where the Dordogne and Vézère rivers meet

    Explore Limeuil
  • A scenic view of a historic stone castle on a hilltop overlooking a village with houses that have red-tiled roofs, surrounded by lush green trees and a partly cloudy blue sky.

    Castelnaud-la-Chapelle - 20 Minutes

    Famed for its mighty castle.

    Explore Castelnaud

Within 30 Minutes

  • Historic stone building with arched entrances and wooden shutters, partly cast in shadow, with a bright blue sky in the background.

    Molières - 23 Minutes

    A hidden bastide of honey-coloured stone.

    Visit Molières
  • Beynac castle with towers and a stone wall, situated on a hilltop under a clear blue sky, with surrounding buildings and hills in the background.

    Beynac-et-Cazenac - 23 Minutes

    Golden stone houses climb the hillside.

    Discover Beynac
  • abbey at saint avit senieur side view

    Saint-Avit-Sénieur - 23 Minutes

    Where Pilgrims once Walked

    Explore
  • Ancient stone church with round towers and conical roofs, leafless vine-covered walls, blue sky, and green grass in the foreground.

    Biron - 25 Minutes

    One of the Dordogne's most impressive castles.

    Explore Biron
  • A wooden church door painted blue in La Roque Gageacwith Gothic-style arches and intricate ironwork, partially open, revealing the interior with a chandelier, stained glass window, and wooden furniture.

    La Roque-Gageac - 29 Minutes

    Nestled between golden cliffs and the Dordogne River.

    See La Roque-Gageac
  • Beaumont-du-Périgord central square with arched medieval buildings , blue shutters and wooden beams

    Beaumont-du-Périgord - 30 Minutes

    One of the Dordogne's finest bastide villages, Beaumont-du-Périgord enchants visitors with its elegant arcades, fortified church and beautifully preserved medieval square.

    Explore Beaumont

Within 40 Minutes

  • Half-timbered buildings and colourful streets leading towards the Church of Notre-Dame in the medieval bastide of Villeréal, Lot-et-Garonne.

    Villeréal - 34 Minutes

    One of France's finest bastides awaits just beyond the Dordogne. Discover a magnificent timber market hall, elegant arcades and centuries of history on a beautiful scenic drive from Belvès.

    Discover Villeréal →
  • A scenic view of a historic stone building in Domme, Dordogne with a red-tiled roof and small windows, complemented by tall trees and outdoor seating with umbrellas under a bright blue sky.

    Domme - 36 Minutes

    Sweeping views, historic gateways and timeless atmosphere.

    Discover Domme
  • A statue of a medieval knight holding a shield, mounted on a stone wall outside a restaurant called Le Moulin des Chevaliers in Sarlat, Dordogne

    Sarlat - 40 Minutes

    Famous for its golden stone streets, and lively markets.

    Visit Sarlat

Whether you’re an adventurer or a culture seeker, there’s always something new to discover around Belvès. From charming villages to outdoor activities, the possibilities are endless!

DISCOVER THE DORDOGNE

A Timeless Corner of Southwest France

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Golden stone villages, quiet valleys, market squares and winding Dordogne roads — the villages surrounding Belvès capture the atmosphere and beauty that make the Périgord Noir one of France’s most unforgettable regions.

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