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5 Reasons to Visit the Dordogne, France

April 18, 2018 by ashleyt 6 Comments

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Château Monbazillac in the distance.

The Dordogne is located in southwest France, in the region of Nouvelle-Aquitaine. It’s situated between the Loire Valley and the Pyrenees, and is named after the Dordogne river that runs through it. We were lucky to visit this area of France for a photo assignment last year and we are not disappointed by the calming landscapes, towering castles and quaint villages. 

chateau Montaigne

Château de la Montaigne

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Filed Under: French Culture Tagged With: afrenchview, dordogne, reasons to visit the dordogne, southern France

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