Belvès (; Languedocien: Belvés) is a former commune in the Dordogne department in southwestern France. On 1 January 2016, it was merged into the new commune Pays-de-Belvès. It has been designated as one of the prettiest towns in France. The nearest city is Bordeaux. Population Notable inhabitants Jacques Rispal, (1 August 1923 – 9 February 1986) was a French film actor. He appeared in 100 films between 1952 and 1986. See also Communes of the Dordogne department References Former communes of Dordogne Plus Beaux Villages de France