Discover our ideas for day trips and some recommendations for accommodation.
Once you've visited the château, its grounds and gardens, you'll discover that Hautefort offers a peaceful base for your daily excursions in the Périgord.
A family day at Hautefort
The cuckoo pond
Return to Hautefort in the late afternoon for a refreshing swim at the Etang leisure centre and a few [...].
Tourtoirac caves
Just a 10-minute drive from the château, come and admire the concretions in the geological pearl of Périgord (allow 1 hour for the [...]
Museum of Medicine
A 5-minute walk from the Château takes you along the park to the Museum of Medicine (allow 30 minutes [...]).
The castle
The must-see tour of the park, gardens and château, not forgetting lunch at La Cour Carrée.
A day in Périgord from Hautefort
La Roque Saint-Christophe
Just 15km from Hautefort, this 3-star hotel boasts a refined restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a spa to enhance your [...].
Sarlat
The must-see town in the Périgord Noir! Just 50 minutes from Hautefort, its heritage and gastronomic delights will win you over.
Caves of Lascaux
Just 30 minutes from Hautefort, immerse yourself in this monumental, world-renowned work of art.
The castle
The must-see tour of the park, gardens and château, not forgetting lunch at La Cour Carrée.
Where to sleep
Les Collines
Just 15km from Hautefort, this 3-star hotel boasts a refined restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a spa to enhance your [...].
Black Périgord
This ** hotel invites you to stroll by its swimming pool, in the shade of its parasols, all within easy reach of the [...].
Hautegente Manor
Just 20km from Hautefort, this former 13th-century forge has been converted into an elegant hotel offering top-class facilities.
Cyclamen
Nestling at the foot of the château, this charming bed and breakfast offers a warm welcome. Its three rooms are decorated with taste and [...]
Discover the Hautefort estate
Parks and châteaux to visit in the Dordogne
Restaurant & shop
Discover our new restaurant, relax in the shop and take home an authentic Hautefort souvenir!
Daily entertainment
Every day, Château de Hautefort strives to give you the best possible insight into its history. That's why your admission ticket includes a guided tour of the...
The English-style grounds of the château
The English park was born in the 18th century under the influence of philosophers and artists such as the poet Alexander Pope, who advocated a return to nature.
The formal gardens of Château de Hautefort
Hautefort has had formal gardens since the 17th century. These were redeveloped over the following centuries to give way to a...
Hautefort Castle in the heart of the Dordogne
Château de Hautefort, the jewel in the crown of Périgord, boasts a rich history and grandiose architecture. In 2025, the Fondation du chât...