Check the details of a huge carved walnut Baroque altarpiece dating from the 17th century. Abadie used here a similar approach to the one he adopted later in his world-famous Sacré-Coeur Basilica in Paris. In the second part of the 19th century architects Paul-Louis Boeswillwald and Paul Abadie transformed the cathedral into a kind of neo-Byzantine style. Built on top of the hill on the road to Santiago de Compostella and dedicated to the first bishop of Périgueux, it was constructed in local stone, and once looked very different. The Cathedral of Saint-Front, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, dominates the city with its size and impressive domes. Front's Cathedral used by pilgrims is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list since 1998. Périgueux was a part of the Way of Vézelay used by pilgrims coming from north-eastern France, Germany, and Belgium. To reach Spain, the pilgrims had to pass through France using one of the four principal pilgrimage routes.
In the Middle Ages, Santiago de Compostella was a major destination for numerous pilgrims from all over Europe. Notice the shell, the universal symbol of pilgrims on the streets of Périgueux, marking the middle age pilgrim route through the city. Nearby lies the Mayson Estignard, a medieval logis that in the early 16 century became a Renaissance showpiece, complete with François I’s royal salamander emblem above the doorway.
Look for a giant pair of scissors suspended above a painted sign. Rue Limogeanne, for example, since 1885 has been home to the widely celebrated Coutellerie Favié. Walk into La Mayson Cortons to check its awesome staircase. Stroll through the old streets of the medieval city to admire the wood-framed houses, homes equipped with towers, signs of wealth of the Périgueux merchants. From the top, there is a lovely view over the tiled roofs, the towers of the mansions, the domes of Saint-Front cathedral and the surrounding hillsides.Īddress: Rue de la Bride 3 Admire historic buildings and their exquisite staircases This round tower dates from the late 15th century when it was part of the medieval fortifications that protected the city. Originally the town’s medieval wall was built with 28 towers and 11 gates the Mataguerre tower is the last of the original towers. Walnuts and their products are also locally grown and sold at the markets. In this region, the raising and force feeding of the geese and ducks is a traditional skill passed on from generation to generation. Perigord’s foie gras can be found there throughout the year. Black Périgord truffles are among the most expensive foods in the world. From December to February look for the Perigord truffle, only second in value to the rare Alba white truffle from Italy. For example, from May to September you will find strawberries, the red pearl of Périgord. What you will find at the market depends on the season. But if you have a chance, visit them on Wednesdays and Saturdays when they are particularly big. It would be impossible to talk about Périgueux without its gastronomy and local products that are found in the daily city markets. So here you go: 1 Visit the market and learn about Perigord food Make sure you don’t miss any important sights during your visit. The Saint Front Cathedral has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostella, Spain. 53 buildings of this Art and History city are listed as historic monuments, making it one of the largest preservation areas in France. Périgueux, the capital of the Périgord or Dordogne department in South West of France, offers visitors 2000 years of history, from the ancient Gallo Roman city of Vesunna to the medieval and Renaissance old town.
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