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Car hire Bergerac - rediscover the past

Everyone knows of the large nosed and witty champion fencer Cyrano de Bergerac, who went through the seventeenth century telling tales. Bergerac was his hometown and is to this day a dreamy place that still has a romantic flair from the mantel and dagger times.   Be an independent traveler thanks to car hire!

Time flies when you are having fun with car hire in Bergerac

The Dordogne flows quietly and peacefully and waters the lush landscape surrounding it. Fertile soils are a trademark of the area and because of its location on the river Bergerac is suitable as a center for trade and transport for other regions of France.  The agricultural products from the Dordogne region are highly valued because of their quality and for being unique. The walnuts, walnut oil, chestnuts, truffles and wine made Bergerac a rich and respectable city. Old patrician houses, winding streets and spacious places under the blue skies are relaxing and invite all visitors to take a tour of the city.  Get your rental car to experience memorable vacation. 

Learn all about Cyrano with the help of car hire in Bergerac

The residents of Bergerac have put up a life-size statue of their hero Cyrano at the Place de la Mirpe as a monument. This is just the right place for this optimistic man, because of the beautiful old half-timbered houses surrounding it. A very lovely church also stands there. The Église Saint Jacques from the 13th century captivates with its various stylistic elements that range from Gothic to Baroque. Drive with car hire and discover the landscape.

Be spontaneous in Bergerac with car hire and discover some real gems

Those wanting to learn more about the trade and transformation of Bergerac should go to Musée du Vin et de la Batellerie. This museum displays exhibits that trace the trading of wine and other agricultural products that were transported by traditional barges on the Dordogne.  Smokers will enjoy the tobacco museum Musée d´intéret National du Tabac. The thousand year long history of smoking is documented here and at the same time provides references to the regional tobacco growers. Perhaps it is better to look at the countryside around Bergerac on your own, though, since it is much worth the trop. Just grab a rental car and drive into the blue. Those that want to can also easily rent a pretty old-style cottage to stay in. With your car rental, enjoy your freedom.

See the beautiful surroundings of Bergerac with the aid of car hire

A ride through the countryside is enchanting, because of the gentle hills, lovely valleys, small streams and lakes with crystal clear water. During the warm seasons, the Dordogne is a flower paradise and the countryside is filled with the fragrance from colorful fields and blossoming fruit plantations. Right near Bergerac, only a good half hour drive to the west, is where you can find the Library Tower of Michel de Montaigne, the famous humanist and philosopher. A short drive to the north of Bergerac is where the beautiful Périgueux is located. This is the capital of the region that has the magnificent old town that is protected as a historic monument. It is a must to visit Périgueux because of its many cultural offerings and is surely worth staying a longer in.  All those that love the Middle Ages will enjoy a trip to the Chateau de Castelnaud which is east of Bergerac. The mighty fortress played a role in the Hundred Years’ War and documents this time period with its wall, embrasures and weapon collections. Book your car rental and discover the area.


CarDelMar wishes you a pleasant stay with car hire in Bergerac!