Beynac et Cazenac Attractions

This little village of Beynac et Cazenac (pop. 506) is picturesquely situated at the foot of a crag falling steeply down to the river which is topped by a 12th C. castle. In spite of its strength the castle was taken by Richard Coeur-de-Lion and Simon de Montfort. After being recovered by the French in the 14th and 15th centuries it was rebuilt and enlarged. From the wall-walk there are fine views of the valley. The church of Beynac, originally the castle chapel, dates from the 15th C., as does the church at Cazenac, 3km/2mi west.