Le Bugue: A New Era for the Tourist Office on Rue de Paris

IN BRIEF

Relocation of the tourist office from Bugue to a new location on rue de Paris.
Official inauguration on February 15, marking a strong signal for the revitalization of the downtown.
Presence of local personalities and elected officials, including mayor Serge Léonidas.
Establishment of a strategic office to attract tourists, located in front of a hotel.
Approximately 11,000 visitors per year expected in this new space.
Renovation of three streets as part of a revitalization project.
Tourism accounts for one-third of the economic activity in Dordogne.

Bugue, a charming municipality in Dordogne, recently celebrated the inauguration of its new offices for the tourist office, located on rue de Paris. The event, which took place on Saturday, February 15, represents a significant step towards the revitalization of downtown. This initiative emphasizes tourism development and strengthening ties between the city and its visitors.

A symbol of urban revitalization #

The relocation of the Bugue tourist office was carefully orchestrated and took place in a beautifully renovated old building. This change, announced during the inauguration, was seen as a strong signal sent to merchants and professionals in the sector, reflecting the municipality’s commitment to enhancing the downtown area. Mayor Serge Léonidas highlighted the importance of this initiative in revitalizing local economic activity.

Prominent figures mobilized for the event

During this grand moment, many prominent figures were present, including elected officials from the Department and local representatives. Mayor Serge Léonidas expressed his gratitude to the investors who contributed to this project. This relocation reflects a collective desire to energize the commercial sector through new tourist infrastructures.

Action to transform the neighborhood #

The mayor also mentioned a transformation action already underway in the neighborhood. Renovation work has been undertaken on three streets leading to rue de Paris, aimed at attracting an increasing number of tourists. With a clear vision, Mr. Léonidas stated that “the best way to predict the future is to create it,” an aphorism that perfectly illustrates the municipality’s desire to act in favor of local development.

A strategic axis for tourism

Marie-France Peiro, president of the Lascaux-Dordogne Vézère Valley tourist office, emphasized the importance of this new location in front of a hotel, stating that it constitutes a strategic position. According to her, the tourist information office plays a key role in direct contact with tourists who visit this culturally rich region. This place, situated at the crossroads of Périgord noir and Bergeracois, is essential for providing valuable information to visitors.

A steadily growing attendance #

Marie-France Peiro also revealed that this tourist office receives approximately 11,000 visitors per year, demonstrating a genuine interest in the destination. This figure underscores the importance of developing appropriate infrastructures to support and enhance the experience of visitors in Bugue. The president thanked Mr. Léonidas and his team for their efforts in facilitating this installation.

The weight of tourism in the local economy

Germinal Peiro, president of the Departmental Council, then took the floor to remind everyone that tourism accounts for one-third of economic activity in Dordogne, an activity particularly concentrated in labeled tourist areas such as Périgord noir and the Vézère Valley, where there are no fewer than 16 sites classified as Unesco. This highlights the appeal of this region for tourism operators and local businesses.

A symbolic key handover #

The ceremony took a symbolic turn when the mayor of Bugue handed the keys of the new premises to Marie-France Peiro, thus marking the beginning of a new era for the tourist office. This joyous inauguration heralds promising times for the region’s tourism development.