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Ideally situated between Bordeaux, Périgueux and Angoulême, the Périgord Inattendu is easily reached by car, train, bus or plane. Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway or a longer stay, there are a number of itineraries to ensure you arrive in complete peace of mind, ready to explore this unspoilt region.

By car: flexibility and comfort
on the roads of Périgord

Taking the road to the Périgord Ribéracois and the Pays de Saint-Aulaye means enjoying a pleasant drive through the heart of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine countryside.

  • From Bordeaux : the A89 motorway takes less than an hour and a half, with exits at Mussidan or Périgueux for easy access to Ribérac and the surrounding area.
  • From Paris: take theA20 to Limoges, then Angoulême, before reaching the region in around 5h30.
  • From Toulouse: take theA62 andA89 to Périgueux in 3? hours.

The departmental roads also offer a picturesque alternative, ideal for soaking up the rolling countryside and characterful villages.

The practical and ecological alternative
to public transport

Fast and comfortable rail connections to the region

There are several SNCF stations within easy reach of the region:

  • Mussidan (30 min from Ribérac)
  • Saint-Astier (25 min)
  • Périgueux (45 min)

For long-distance travel, the nearest TGV stations are :

  • Angoulême (1h): connections to Paris, Bordeaux and Europe.
  • Libourne (1h): direct access to the Bordeaux-Paris line.

From these stations, car hire or regional bus services make the last leg of the journey easier.

The bus offers direct connections with neighbouring towns

The regional bus network serves several communes in the Périgord Inattendu:

  • Route 314: connection between Angoulême and Ribérac
  • Route 313: from Périgueux
  • Route 316: towards Saint-Aulaye

Timetables are available on the official Nouvelle-Aquitaine transport website.

Well-connected airports
to get to the Périgord Inattendu by plane

For international travellers, there are several airports offering rapid access to the region:

  • Bordeaux-Mérignac (1h30 from Ribérac): numerous connections in France and abroad.
  • Bergerac-Dordogne-Périgord (1h): departures in Europe, particularly from the UK and the Netherlands.
  • Brive-Vallée de la Dordogne (1h30): connections from Paris and other European cities.
  • Limoges (1h45): flights from the UK and Morocco.

Car hire and shuttle services make it easy to reach the Périgord Inattendu from these hubs.

Getting around and exploring

Once you’ve arrived, there are a number of options for making the most of the area:

  • By car: the ideal way to explore the picturesque roads, villages and natural sites at your own pace.
  • Cycling and hiking trails: signposted routes invite you to explore the valleys, forests and rivers at your own pace.
  • Canoeing and boating: the Dronne and its tributaries offer the perfect setting for exploring the region from the water.

An accessible, unspoilt region

Easily accessible, the Périgord Inattendu is a destination where nature, heritage and the good life come together in harmony. Whether you arrive by car, train, bus or plane, every journey leads to a timeless interlude, where the authenticity of the region is revealed at every turn.