The Dordogne Valley

The Dordogne Valley refers to the path followed by the river, and is towards the south of the region - it passes more or less east to west, passing through Bergerac. The more northerly half of the department is really quite a way from the river! Tourism in the Dordogne doesn't start and end with the river - be sure to venture north and south a little to discover the quiet but equally beautiful regions a little more hidden from the public gaze.