MONTIGNAC, Dordogne

 

Fly into Bergerac or Limoges airport

 

Not far from the Medieval town of Sarlat, Montignac is split into two distinct neighbourhoods situated on either side of the Vézère River. On the right bank, the old feudal market town opens into a maze of narrow medieval lanes strewn with washing areas, fountains and half-timbered houses on stilts. In contrast, the left-bank has preserved its historical character as a trading centre for merchants, tradesmen and artisans.