CHÂTEAU DE BEYNAC is the most authentic and iconic fortified castle in the Périgord.

OPEN all year round, every day, without interruption.

Located in the enchanting village of Beynac-et-Cazenac, recognised as the most beautiful village in France and overlooking the Dordogne, Château de Beynac offers an exceptional experience for young and old alike, providing a fully immersive journey back to the time of Richard the Lionheart and Eleanor of Aquitaine!

Overlooking the stunning Dordogne Valley, Château de Beynac is located in the heart of the Valley of the Five Castles.

Visiting this castle means experiencing the History of France in a REAL fortified castle, the one from our collective imagination, the one where Jean-Marie Poiré’s Les Visiteurs was filmed, featuring the iconic Jaquouille la Fripouille, the one from Ridley Scott’s The Last Duel, starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, the one from Fortune de France, starring Nicolas Duvauchelle, and more.

Whether you come with family or friends, prepare to be amazed by a series of monumental furnished rooms
(Grand Hall of the States of the Baronnies of Périgord, Huge Banquet Hall, Impressive Castle Kitchens), all presented through a lively and accessible museum experience for all ages, enhanced throughout the year by fun activities (“Février Gourmand,” “Château en Fête,” “Medieval Reenactment Days,” etc.) that will captivate history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and curious visitors passing through our beautiful Périgord Noir!

From the top of its keep, the panoramic view of the Dordogne Valley, rated three stars by the Michelin Green Guide, will leave you with a memory etched in your mind forever.

You too can visit Beynac, step through the monumental gate of Château de Beynac, and enjoy this unforgettable experience of a grand journey back in time to the Middle Ages.

At the end of your visit, a bookshop awaits you, offering a very large and diverse selection of books for all ages.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Thanks to the monumental size of its many rooms, Château de Beynac offers visitors a high-quality tour experience, even during peak periods.

☔️☀️ The site guarantees a comfortable visit in all weather conditions, whether it’s raining or extremely hot, thanks to the thickness of its walls, which keep the interior cool in summer!

CHÂTEAU DE BEYNAC is open every day, all year round, without interruption. Opening hours can be found online.

The Lord’s Quarters host an exhibition on “BEYNAC in the Time of Richard the Lionheart and Eleanor of Aquitaine,” which is included in the admission ticket.

The CHÂTEAU DE BEYNAC bookshop is open every day, all year round, without interruption.

Admission to CHÂTEAU DE BEYNAC is FREE for children under 10 years of age when accompanied by an adult.

Our furry friends, dogs, are welcome and permitted on a leash.

Visiting time: approximately 1–1.5 hours