Hautefort and the surrounding area

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...

An exceptional architectural and natural heritage

  • Château de Hautefort, 1 esplanade du château 24390 Hautefort
  • 05 53 50 51 23
  • Every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

find each other

  • Château de Hautefort, 1 esplanade du château 24390 Hautefort
  • 05 53 50 51 23
  • Every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Access to the castle

  • 2025 / Château de Hautefort