Church of Saint Mary Magdalene

The Madeleine church of Bergerac, neoclassical elegance

On the right bank, the Madeleine church surprises by its neoclassical style, uncommon in the region. Dedicated to Saint Madeleine, it was built in the nineteenth century. The Bergerac audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this elegant building, with its column-adorned façade.

A church built in 1843

The Madeleine church, dedicated to Saint Madeleine, was erected in Bergerac in 1843 by the architect Auguste Marcellin. In the neoclassical style, it stands out by its façade adorned with four Doric columns topped with a pediment, evoking the ancient temples. This elegant building, located on the right bank of the Dordogne, testifies to the nineteenth-century taste for Antiquity.

What to see

You admire the neoclassical façade with its Doric columns, which contrasts with the architecture of the other churches of Bergerac. The interior, plain and harmonious, invites contemplation. It is a stop for lovers of architecture and religious heritage, on the right bank of the Dordogne.

Practical information

The Madeleine church lies on the right bank of the Dordogne, in Bergerac, reachable on foot. A working Catholic place of worship, it can be visited with respect for services; entry is generally free, but hours vary with the season and celebrations. It is best to check them before coming.

When was the Madeleine church of Bergerac built?

In 1843, by the architect Auguste Marcellin, in a neoclassical style with a façade adorned with Doric columns.

What is the style of the Madeleine church?

A neoclassical style, recognisable by its façade adorned with four Doric columns topped with a pediment, evoking the ancient temples.