Périgueux and pale limestone
Périgord Blanc
The centre of the department, named for its pale limestone. Périgueux, the departmental capital, sits at its heart.
Périgord Blanc takes its name from the light-coloured limestone of its plateaux. Périgueux is the main town and the Isle valley runs through it.
A practical choice for people who want a central base with a town on hand.
Towns and villages
Places to know in the Périgord Blanc
Detailed guides to towns and places to stay in Périgord Blanc are being researched and will be added once checked.