Stage 8 of the 2026 Tour de France: Périgueux to Bergerac, a Dordogne ramble through vineyards and heritage

Discover a flat stage of around 180 km, perfect for lovers of lush landscapes and typical Périgord villages.

Stage 8 of the 2026 Tour de France connects Périgueux to Bergerac, winding through the Dordogne, a land of vineyards, bastides and meandering rivers. A flat, rolling route ideal for sprinters, but also for campers keen to explore the hidden gems along the way.

Château de Monbazillac

This 16th-century château overlooks the vineyards of Bergerac and houses a wine museum. Its park offers a breathtaking view of the Dordogne Valley, perfect for a gourmet break.

Where to sleep nearby

Les avinturiers Campsite ★ 4.9 Sleep among the vines with a stunning view of Monbazillac. 11-minute walk to the château, 24-hour access for cyclists. › Camping-Car Park Rouffignac-de-Sigoulès Motorhome area ★ 4 Spacious area 4 km away, £14 per night. Full facilities, heart of the vineyards, guaranteed cyclist sightings. › Parking with castle view Monbazillac Parking ★ 4.6 Free parking 2 minutes from the château, peaceful. Clear view of the route, ideal for watching the riders pass. › Château du Haut Pezaud Campsite ★ 4.8 Vineyard campsite 18 minutes on foot, rated 4.8. Wine expert welcome, peaceful pitches among the vines. › Parking Bridoire castle quiet Ribagnac Parking ★ 4.3 Free parking 4 km away, natural setting. Château de Bridoire nearby, cyclists visible from the meadows. ›

Bastide de Lalinde

Founded in the 13th century, this medieval bastide is a jewel of the Purple Périgord, with its cobbled streets and lively market. Don’t miss its fortified church and half-timbered houses.

Where to sleep nearby

Quiet parking by the riverside Lalinde Parking ★ 4.3 Green dormitory by the canal, 4 minutes on foot. Free, waterfront view and cyclist sightings. › Domaine de Barbe Campsite ★ 4.6 Farm with ducks, 5 km by car. Free area, absolute peace and local produce. › Camping Moulin de La Guilloude à Lalinde Campsite ★ 4.3 Shaded municipal campsite, 25 minutes on foot. Riverside, spacious and clean for sleeping and watching the stage. › Camping des Moulins Campsite ★ 4.5 Pools and ponds, 36 minutes on foot. Quiet campsite, waterside pitches, perfect for the race. › Shaded parking at Lanquais pond Lanquais Parking ★ 4.3 Lanquais Pond, 6 km by car. Free, shaded and ideal for a night in nature before the riders pass. ›

Abbaye de Cadouin

A UNESCO World Heritage site, this 12th-century Cistercian abbey is famed for its cloister and medieval garden. A place of tranquillity to visit before hitting the road again.

Where to sleep nearby

Parking with castle view Monbazillac Parking ★ 4.6 Free parking 7 minutes away, view of Monbazillac. Sleep near the vines and watch the cyclists speed by. › Aire de Camping-Car La Saintgerminoise Motorhome area ★ 4.6 Municipal area 10 minutes away, £10 per night. Full facilities, riverside for the stage. › Un petit coin à la campagne Motorhome area ★ 4.8 Private area 8 minutes away, £25 per night. Countryside setting, warm welcome for the race. › Parking mill and valley view Sadillac Parking ★ 5 Free parking 16 minutes away, 18th-century mill. Absolute peace, clear view of the route. › Domaine de Grange Neuve Campsite ★ 5 Organic campsite 10 minutes away, vineyard estate. Wine tasting available, cyclists’ start nearby. ›

Village of La Force

Perched on a hill, this village offers an exceptional panorama over the Dordogne and its meanders. Its stone houses and ruined château are well worth the detour.

Where to sleep nearby

Camping Municipal Parc Servois Campsite ★ 4.1 Green dormitory by the Dordogne, rated 4.1/5. 5-minute access to see the riders race under the plane trees. › Parking near church Dordogne riverside Gardonne Parking ★ 4.6 Free, flat parking near shops, rated 4.6/5. 5-minute drive to catch the stage. › Municipal centre parking Ginestet Parking ★ 3.5 Free and quiet in the village centre, rated 3.5/5. 6 km for a wake-up call with the cyclists. › Dordogne Riverside Parking Prigonrieux Parking ★ 4.2 Riverside and water point, rated 4.2/5. 43 minutes on foot for a natural setting. › Parking at the intersection of streets Prigonrieux Parking ★ 3.8 Large asphalted space, rated 3.8/5. 35 minutes on foot for a practical and spacious stop. ›

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