The discovery of the Dordogne department offers a complete sensory experience, combining world-renowned cuisine, a rich cultural and historical heritage, and hilly landscapes. The Olympic flame is committed to highlighting these various attractions during its crossing this Wednesday.
Its route will begin in Bergerac, famous for its medieval streets. She will continue her way through Saint-Aulaye-Puymangou, a 12th century bastide overlooking the Dronne river. The Nouvelle-Aquitaine region will then highlight Sarlat-la-Canéda, a lively medieval city with ocher facades. Nontron, with its 13th century ramparts and its cutlery know-how, will also be honored. In Montignac-Lascaux, the flame will visit Lascaux IV, the remarkable reproduction of this emblematic prehistoric site. Finally, she will end her day in Agonac, a village crossed by the Beauronne river, before ending her journey in Périgueux.
It is in the capital of Périgord, a thousand-year-old city, that this day of joy will end. The Gallo-Roman city, with its 53 buildings classified as historic monuments, offers an exceptional heritage. The Olympic flame will illuminate these treasures throughout the afternoon and evening.
If you want to attend this historic event, here are the places you should go.
The celebration site
Place Tourny – Périgueux
The site will be open to the public from 3:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
10:25 – Departure Saint-Aulaye-Puymangou
Saint-Aulaye-Puymangou, a charming medieval village perched above the Dronne River, promises a picturesque atmosphere.
12:31 – Departure Sarlat-la-Canéda
Sarlat-la-Canéda, a lively medieval town with beautiful ocher facades, is a place full of life.
15:41 – Departure Montignac-Lascaux
Montignac-Lascaux, where the famous replica of the prehistoric cave is located, attracts history buffs.
16:51 – Departure Périgueux
The capital of Périgord reveals an exceptional heritage with its 53 buildings classified as historic monuments. The city, steeped in Gallo-Roman history, is famous for its Romanesque Saint-Front cathedral and its ancient remains.
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