France – Dordogne

This page summarizes earthquakes in Dordogne (France). The most recently recorded event was a magnitude M1.8 earthquake near Lanouaille on 2026-08-26 10:19:01 UTC. All event lists and map markers are limited to the last 30 days.

About Dordogne

Dordogne is a large rural department in southwest France, with its prefecture in Périgueux. Located in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region roughly half-way between the Loire Valley and the Pyrenees, it is named after the river Dordogne, which runs through it.

Earthquakes (last 30 days)
8
Max magnitude (last 30 days)
M2.2
Avg magnitude (last 30 days)
M1.75
Avg depth (last 30 days)
3 km
Seismic activity in 2026

In 2026, Dordogne recorded 46 earthquakes within France. The average magnitude was M1.68. The strongest event reached M2.5.

By event count in 2026, this region ranks #22 within France.

Located on the Eurasia Plate.

Map (last 30 days)
< 2 2–4 4–5 ≥ 5
Earthquakes in Dordogne (last 30 days)