Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère, Medieval village in Vézère Valley, Dordogne, France
The village contains traditional stone houses connected by narrow pathways, with a metal bridge spanning across the Vézère River between Les Eyzies and Montignac.
The 12th-century Romanesque church stands on the foundations of a Gallo-Roman villa, featuring round domes and remaining traces of ancient frescoes on its ceiling.
Local artisans, including illustrators, wood carvers, jewelers, potters, and dressmakers, maintain workshops throughout the streets of Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère.
The village provides riverside areas for camping and motorhome parking, while several restaurants serve regional dishes and offer vegetarian options for visitors.
Three castles surround the village: Château de Chabans with its round tower, Château de Clerans with ornamental stonework, and Manoir de la Salle with a 14th-century dungeon.
Location: canton of Montignac
Location: Dordogne
Location: arrondissement of Sarlat-la-Canéda
Elevation above the sea: 127 m
Shares border with: Fanlac, Peyzac-le-Moustier, Thonac, Sergeac, Fleurac, Plazac
Address: 24290 Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère, France 24290 Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère 24290 Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère
Phone: +33553507316
Email: mairie@slve.fr
Website: https://slve.fr
GPS coordinates: 45.01056,1.08861
Latest update: June 8, 2025 15:15
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