Passing under the limestones cliff of Beynac you will travel along the Dordogne valley to Marqueyssac and the hanging gardens, Chateau de Fayrac and Chateau de Castelnaud.
Traditional Barge Boat Trip, Beynac-et-Cazenac
30 person boat trip with commentary
A relaxing way to see the valley and the waterways of the Perigord. The Dordogne valley has been declared a UNESCO World Biosphere reserve.
Adults: 8.50€, Children (4-12 years): 4.50€. (Free for children on the morning departures: 10h, 10h30, 11h, and 11h30).
What to see
Sights in Dordogne
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Chateau de Beynac, Beynac-et-Cazenac
Cliff top 12th century fortified château above the river Dordogne
This fabulously preserved cliff top château overlooks the town of Beynac and the river Dordogne. It was built as a fortress in the 12th century with the cliff on one side and double walls and moats on the other.
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Jardins de Marqueyssac, Vezac
Views of the Dordogne valley from these beautiful gardens
This château is a luxury 18th-century residence built around the time of the French Revolution. Sitting in a magnificent spot, with views over the Dordogne valley, its brickwork is the classical limestone slabs, or lauze, with stone roof tiles.
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Chateau de Castelnaud, Castelnaud-la-Chapelle
Château dedicated to the art of warfare in the Middle Ages
The 12th century Château de Castelnaud stands high over the Dordogne valley, with magnificent views of the Châteaux of Beynac, Jardins de Marqueyssac and the medieval village of La Roque-Gageac.
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Chateau des Milandes, Castelnaud-la-Chapelle
Former residence of Josephine Baker, star of the Paris Foiles Bergère show
This captivating château was built in 1489 in a Renaissance style with magnificent Gothic elements. It has classical turrets, a newel staircase and protruding gargoyle sculptures and large windows decorated with splendid stained glass.
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Chateau de la Malartrie, La Roque-Gageac
Renaissance style chateau overlooking the town of La Roque Gageac
This chateau and family home is perfectly situated at one end of the village of La Roque Gageac and overlooks the Dordogne river.
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Eglise de Notre Dame de l'Assomption Church, Domme 
Eglise de Notre Dame de l'Assomption Church, Domme
17th-century church in the heart of the bastide town of Domme
A simple church that offers a refreshing cool interior on a hot summer day.
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What to do
Things To Do in Beynac-et-Cazenac
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Traditional Barge Boat Trip, La Roque-Gageac
48 person traditional boat trip with commentary
This traditional wooden barge will take you on a picturesque cruise down the river Dordogne from La Roque-Gageac to the Castelnaud bridge.
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Canoe Vacances, La Roque-Gageac
Canoe holidays on the river Dordogne
Enjoy a single or multi-day trip down the river Dordogne to town such as Beynac, Castelnaud, Montfort and Fayac.
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Montgolfiere et Chateaux, Beynac-et-Cazenac
Hot air balloon flights above the beautiful Dordogne & Perigord
Shortly before sunset, or at dawn, following the preparation of the flight you can take off with Lionel, a professional balloonist and paraglider who has been working as a guide in Dordogne for more than 15 years.
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Perigord Dordogne Montgolfieres, Beynac-et-Cazenac
Discover the beautiful landscapes for the Dordogne from the air
Come fly over the Dordogne, Perigord, castles, manors, fortresses, the valleys of the Dordogne and Vézère, discover it in all its charm.
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Traditional Barge Boat Trip, La Roque-Gageac
30 person boat trip with commentary
Travel along the valley of the five chateaux on traditional barges and discover some of the most beautiful sites.
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Traditional Barge Boat Trip, Beynac-et-Cazenac
30 person boat trip with commentary
Passing under the limestones cliff of Beynac you will travel along the Dordogne valley to Marqueyssac and the hanging gardens, Chateau de Fayrac and Chateau de Castelnaud.
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Directions
Boarding is at the bottom of the parking Beynac, opposite the Post Office,
How to get passes
You may wish to book in advance if you wish to travel at a particular time or with a group. Otherwise you can obtain tickets on the day and departures are every 30 minutes during the peak summer months.
