Villages of Perigord

The Church of Saint John

the Baptist dates from the

XIIth century. Outside the

Romanesque-byzantine

style granite sanctuary,

78 corbels carved with

figures and foliage

symbolize the cardinal sins.

This church is near

La Marthonie castle.

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A village institution, the Saint Jean Inn

is open all year round. In a warm rural

setting, savour Benoît Cheval’s colour-

ful, delicious and tastefully presented,

perigordian dishes (calf sweetbread,

salmon with sorrel…). In High Season,

enjoy the view from the restaurant ter-

race at La Perla or ÀTable, both right in

the center of Saint-Jean.

Catering for all Tastes

The Jewel of Green Périgord

Particularly well preserved, the heart of the village is an invitation to a journey through

timewithXIVthcenturytimberedhousesfeaturingloggias,especiallyinthepicturesque

Fond-du-Bourg street. The imposing Marthonie castle

(above)

stands proudly on the

Place Saint-Jean, a large square in the center of the village. Reconstructed from the

XVth century, this medieval-style fortress has a distinctive XVIIIth century, elegant

arcaded wing. Close by, the XIth century Augustinian priory

(below)

was the place of

the village’s foundation. Rebuilt after the Hundred Years War, this peace haven has

preserved a section of its cloister.

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