Legend of Bergerac’s Dragon

Rue du Dragon and the legend of the Coulobre of Bergerac

Walking along the Rue du Dragon, one cannot pass over in silence the legend of the Coulobre of Bergerac. This old tale is part of the intangible heritage of the city. The Bergerac audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this legend, which adds a touch of mystery to the walk in the historic centre.

The Coulobre, dragon of the banks of the Dordogne

The legend tells that a strange animal, the Coulobre, once haunted a cave near Lalinde, on the banks of the Dordogne, not far from Bergerac. This creature with foul breath is said to have terrorised the region and devoured the boatmen. Passed down from generation to generation, the legend of the Coulobre is part of the local folklore and gives, by tradition, its name to the Rue du Dragon.

What to see

The Rue du Dragon, in the heart of the historic centre of Bergerac, is discovered with the legend of the Coulobre in mind. If the creature is only a tale, the name of the street and the atmosphere of old Bergerac invite the imagination. It is an original stop, which blends a walk in the old lanes and a dive into local folklore.

Practical information

The Rue du Dragon lies in the historic centre of Bergerac, in the Dordogne, reachable on foot. It is a public street, freely accessible and on the level. It is walked on foot during the discovery of old Bergerac and its lanes full of history and legends.

What is the Coulobre of Bergerac?

It is a legendary dragon that, according to tradition, haunted a cave near Lalinde, on the banks of the Dordogne, and terrorised the region.

Where is the Rue du Dragon in Bergerac?

In the historic centre of Bergerac, in the Dordogne; its name recalls the legend of the Coulobre, the local dragon.