Illuminated night evenings at Château de Commarque in Périgord Noir
The Mysteries and Lights evenings at Château de Commarque offer a magical night show in one of the most remarkable sites of Périgord Noir. Each summer, the medieval castle and the troglodytic site light up to bring the reliefs of the past back to life. Visitors wander through the enchanted ruins, discover an artisanal village of local creators, enjoy food trucks, wooden games, and musical entertainment, in a magical atmosphere between cliffs and forests.
For the first time in centuries, the Château de Commarque lights up in the heart of summer to bring the reliefs of the past back to life. The Mysteries and Lights evenings offer an enchanting night walk through the ruins of the medieval castle and the troglodytic site, bathed in magical lights.
Every Wednesday evening from July to August, the site is adorned with light projections that enhance the medieval architecture and prehistoric remains. The scenographed route invites visitors to dive into the millennial history of the place, from Paleolithic engravings to medieval towers.
The evenings are enriched with an artisanal village bringing together local creators, food trucks, wooden games, and musical entertainment. The Storytelling and Fire evenings, on Tuesday evenings, offer a show mixing narration and pyrotechnic effects by the troupe Les Zoolians.
Mysteries and Lights evenings 2026 at Château de Commarque. Magical nocturnes and Storytelling and Fire shows in the setting of the illuminated medieval castle.
The Château de Commarque is preparing a new season of night events for the summer of 2026. The Mysteries and Lights and Storytelling and Fire evenings will return from July to August. The detailed program will be announced in Spring 2026.
The show takes place at the Château de Commarque, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil (24620).
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Château de Commarque
Château de Commarque, 24620 Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil