Mussidan Towns, Villages and bastides in Mussidan

Mussidan is a beautiful town located in the Périgord, in the Dordogne. It is renowned for its rich historical heritage, its pleasant natural environment and its cultural dynamism.

A bit of history

Mussidan has played an important strategic role over the centuries thanks to its position at the confluence of the Isle and the Crempse. Its history is marked by the Wars of Religion, where it was a Protestant stronghold.

Today, you can admire beautiful buildings there bearing witness to this past.

What to see and do in Mussidan?

The André Voulgre Museum

The Voulgre Museum houses a collection of archaeological and ethnographic objects which trace the history of the Périgord region.

The streets of the city center

Stroll through the cobbled streets of Mussidan and discover its half-timbered houses, private mansions and churches.

The banks of the Isle

Enjoy a stroll along the Isle River to admire the surrounding landscapes.

The surroundings of Ribérac

Visit the medieval towns and villages, castles and bastides around Mussidan, notably Montpon and Périgueux.