The Bastide of Monpazier

Monpazier was founded in 1284 during the reign of the English King, Edward I. It is generally considered to be the model bastide among the 300 or so in South-west France.
It’s town plan is perfectly rectangular and develops around the village square, the Place des Cornières, which is itself surrounded by houses built between 1200 and 1600. The eight-centuries old bastide has managed to preserve its original character despite the vicissitudes of time and the Wars of Religion.

In 1991, Monpazier was awarded National Heritage Site status (along with Biron and Capdrot) which has enabled its architectural heritage and unique town planning to be preserved. It is situated in southern Périgord, bordering on the Agenais region, 45km from Bergerac and 45km from Sarlat.

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