The troglodyte village of La Madeleine in Périgord Noir
The troglodyte village of La Madeleine in Périgord Noir
1,4 km - Tursac
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The fortified house of Reignac, a unique cliff castle in Périgord
Do you enjoy visiting castles ? Or unusual places ? The Reignac Fortified House invites you to a unique experience. Come and visit this one -of-a-kind cliffside castle, built into the cliff face overlooking the Vézère Valley. Mystical, captivating, and surprising, the Reignac Fortified House also houses an international exhibition on torture and the death penalty. Come and visit one of the major sites in the Vézère Valley.
700 years of existence for this extraordinary noble stronghold
The fortified house of Reignac is a listed historical monument, protected for its exceptional and unique architecture. Excavations have been carried out on the site, uncovering 20,000 years of history. The museum displays trace the chronology of the site from its origins to the present day. From prehistoric humans to the Lords of Reignac, their families, and household staff, you will gain insight into the lifestyles of the inhabitants of the fortified house!
Visitor's Guide : There are no guided tours at the Reignac Fortified House. Everything is self-guided, without reservation or waiting ! Perfect for the whole family. A children's visitor's guide is available at reception with games to spark their curiosity.
A castle designed for protection and defense
You can see it from the road, its facade is on display to the visitor, but the interior remains a secret until you step inside! Much larger inside than the exterior suggests, the fortified house of Reignac astonishes and surprises!
Excavations suggest that the first troglodytic dwelling established on the Reignac cliff dates back to the Iron Age, 750 BC. Structures still visible on the rock face suggest the layout of the houses, built against the cliff. It was during the Middle Ages that the cliff experienced its most significant period of occupation; it was fortified and became a veritable eagle's nest, probably never attacked due to its formidable deterrent effect!
Discover the fortified house of Reignac at dusk…
A thrilling experience guaranteed… The Reignac Fortified House invites you to discover a nighttime tour, taking place once a week during the summer holidays. A unique opportunity to explore this place in a truly special atmosphere, perhaps even with a spirit to guide you… More information is available on the Reignac Fortified House website.
The advantages of the fortified house of Reignac
- Magnificent view of the Vézère Valley from the upper terraces
- Photography is permitted throughout the fortified house and in the exhibition hall.
- Duration of the self-guided tour : approximately 1 hour
- No reservation required for individuals, numbered route, signposted in La Maison Forte with explanatory panels in the different rooms.
- Visitor guides for foreign visitors in EN/NL/DE/ES/IT, Hebrew and Russian
- Activity booklet for children
- Free parking
- Themed souvenir shop
- Pets allowed
- Open daily during the season
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