Bergerac

Bergerac is a commune and a sub-prefecture of the Dordogne department within the Nouvelle-Aquitaine administrative region. It has been designated a "town of art and history".

Understand
One of its main tourist attractions, and therefore its main income, is its choice of wine and tobacco.

In the medieval town square stands a statue of Cyrano de Bergerac, a fictional character created by playwright Edmond Rostand who was based on a 17th-century novelist and playwright from the north of France who never set foot in the town. It is one of two statues of the fictional character.

Do
Take a stroll along the historic Dordogne river to view the shimmering waters -- motorboats are not allowed, and tourists may kayak and canoe there in the warmer months.

Buy

 * The traditional market is held around Notre Dame Church and outside the covered market on Wednesdays and Saturdays.