An outstanding bastide
Awarded the “Plus Beaux Villages de France” label (Most Beautiful Villages in France), the bastide of Monpazier dazzles with its exceptional character; it has remained virtually intact since it was founded in 1284 – in the name of King Edward I of England.
Acknowledged as the ‘model’ bastide with its perfect orthogonal layout, it would influence the style of some of the greatest architects.
Stroll along its narrow streets and alleyways, wander under its arches and explore its Thursday-morning market, on the Place des Cornières that has existed for over 700 years!
Go and visit the artists, craftspeople and producers based in the village.
Enjoy the wide range of events and activities proposed during the summer.
And, if you are curious... you can be sure this jewel of medieval architecture will have a lot of surprises in store for you!
Explore Monpazier
heritage walk
Explore the bastide freely and understand its history
Arts and crafts
Entering the workshops/sales of the numerous art craftsmen
the weekly market
Enjoy a typical market in an exceptional setting
Bastideum
Discover the bastide and its history through the interpretation centre
Terra Aventura - tresor hunt
Looking for Zéchopp'
in the bastide
guided tours
Take part in a guided tour
of the bastide