About Bergerac & surroundings
Set on the tranquil waters of the Dordogne river, Bergerac is famed worldwide for its delectable fine wines and ancient vineyards. These are so well established they have come to shape the landscape itself. History is as ripe as the fruit on the vines in Bergerac: fortified towns and natural heritage sites all add to the unique appeal of this quintessentially French region.
Foodies will undoubtedly find Bergerac’s cuisine gets the taste buds tingling. Packed with restaurants and eateries, there are also countless French markets selling local cheeses, fruits and meats. With fully equipped kitchens available in our Bergerac luxury villas, you’ll be able to prepare and cook even the most ambitious of Perigourdin cuisine.
But you’ll need a distinctive wine to go with that. Let us arrange an exclusive tasting experience to help you select one. You can either enjoy a tour of the region’s most revered vineyards or we’ll organise a sommelier to bring a selection of the best vintages directly your villa. And there’s nothing quite like tasting fine tipples from the comfort of your own terrace.
This is a countryside to explore as well as admire: hiking, cycling, climbing and canoeing on the river all get you out there. Culture vultures will be spoiled for choice, too, by Bergerac’s crumbling medieval towns, chateaux and churches. For those simply looking to relax, we can book you a spa treatment in the privacy of your Bergerac villa. Things don’t get much better than that.
Time Zone
GMT +1 hour
Language
French
Currency
The official currency is the Euro (€). Coins are available in 1 cent, 2 cent, 5 cent, 10 cent, 20 cent, 50, cent , €1 & €2 denominations. Notes are available in €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200, €500 denominations.
Money Matters
Travellers cheques are widely accepted for exchange or purchase in major cities, but in more rural areas, visit a bank to exchange them for Euros. Major credit cards are widely accepted here (though a limited number of merchants have American Express accounts) and ATM access is widespread. Exchange currency only at authorized outlets such as banks and hotels, and exchange only what you think you will spend in-country. Coins cannot be reconverted on departure. Save all receipts from any currency exchange transaction. You may be asked to produce them when you exit the country, and they are required if you intend to reconvert local currency.
Tipping Suggestions
Tips in restaurants are usually added on at 10/15 % of the bill. However, it is often a subject of controversy whether this amount actually goes to the waiter or not, therefore it is your choice whether to tip more.
