Dordogne Tourism facts 2007

November 2, 2007

Key facts and figures from 1 March 2007

  •   Over 3.1 million tourists
  •   Average length of stay (all accommodation): 10 days
  •   Representing almost 31 million nights’ accommodation
  •   A direct turnover of at least 980 million euros
  •  Over 6,000 permanent jobs in tourism (6900 in July & Aug.)
  •  Tourism in the Dordogne represents over 31% of the local economy

More facts and figures.

  •  77% booked part of their vacation online. (airline, ferry, rental car etc)
  •  93% of visitors researched the area online before visiting.
  •  71 % of visitors booked accommodation online

5 years ago, these figures would have all been below 28%, and 10 years ago they would have all been below 3%, however, in 3 year time they will ALL be above 90%.

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