The church was commissioned by Bishop Georges Masson to replace the older Église Saint-Jacques.
The bell tower's distinctive spire is considered one of the tallest in the Périgord region.
The interior layout follows a Latin cross design with a central nave and two side aisles.
The organ was originally built by the renowned organ builder Merklin in the late 19th century.
The stone used for the exterior construction was sourced from local Dordogne quarries.
Église Notre-Dame de Bergerac is a 19th-century Neo-Gothic church located in the heart of the Bergerac old town. Construction began in 1851 and was completed in 1865 under the direction of architect Louis Delor. The structure features a prominent bell tower that stands 80 meters tall, serving as a landmark for the surrounding Dordogne region. Its interior houses significant 19th-century stained glass windows and a notable organ. The church was built to replace an older, smaller parish building to accommodate the town's growing population. It is part of the Paroisse Saint-Jacques en Bergeracois pastoral sector.
From the Place du Docteur Cayla to capture the scale of the tower and facade.
Check the local church notice boards for information on organ concerts or choral performances.
Look for the carved stone details on the western portal facade.
Combine your visit with a walk through the surrounding medieval streets of the old town.
Attempting to enter during wedding ceremonies or funeral services, which are frequent on weekends.
Maintain silence, remove hats, and refrain from photography during active services.
