Chancelade Towns, Villages and bastides in Chancelade

Chancelade is a commune in Périgord which is full of history and charm.

Chancelade's assets

The Man of Chancelade

The town is known worldwide for having housed one of the oldest human skeletons discovered in France. The Chancelade Man provided valuable information on the populations who inhabited the region at the time.

Notre-Dame Abbey

This magnificent religious building, one of the oldest abbeys in Périgord, is a true architectural gem. It has preserved a large part of its original buildings and regularly offers cultural and historical events.

The Via Lemovicensis

Chancelade is an important stop on the Way of St. James, more precisely on the Via Lemovicensis. Pilgrims can discover the town and its rich heritage while following this thousand-year-old route.

As you will have understood, Chancelade is an ideal destination for lovers of nature, history and heritage. And if you are simply curious, Chancelade has some great discoveries to offer you.