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Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne
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Built on the banks of the Dordogne, this village has a castle and a 9th-century abbey church.
Overview of Beaulieu
Built on the banks of the Dordogne, Beaulieu has a castle and a 9th-century abbey church.
Key facts
- Type of place: village.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
- Location: at the southernmost tip of the Corrèze department, on the edge of the Dordogne.
- Distances:
- Local time: .
- Population: 1,184 inhabitants (2014).
- Area: 8.65 km².
- Altitude: from 125 to 387 m.
- Website:
History of Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne
What to see and do in Beaulieu
The Saint-Pierre abbey church (9th century), some beautiful medieval houses around the market square, and the Château d'Estresse (open during Heritage Days) are the main attractions in the town. Not to mention the opportunities for walks along the Dordogne.