Week in the Lot
01/09/2023
Accessible by car or train, the Lot is a must-see destination in south-west France. Planning a week’s vacation in the Lot? Discover a suggested itinerary to make your stay in this region even more enjoyable.
Day 1: Visit Cahors
Whether you’re coming from Paris or another major French city, Cahors is a must-see during a week’s stay in the Lot. Start the day with a visit to Saint-Étienne Cathedral, with its blend of Romanesque and Gothic styles. Follow this with a visit to Pont Valentré, one of Cahors’ most emblematic landmarks. After lunch at one of the city’s famous restaurants, stroll through its medieval streets. End your first day with a tasting of local wines, including Cahors.
Day 2: Saint-Cirq-Lapopie
Continue your week with a second day in Saint-Cirq-Lapopie. Spend the morning exploring this town near Toulouse. Listed as one of the ” Most Beautiful Villages in France “, Lapopie’s narrow streets lined with stores and its various vantage points offer breathtaking views over the Lot river. In the afternoon, take a canoe trip on the Lot and enjoy the beauty of the scenery. At nightfall, return to Cahors and its charms.
Day 3: Caves and valleys
For the third day of your week in the Lot, opt for some original activities. In the morning, invite your family to visit the Grotte du Pech Merle. Located close to Cabrerets, this cave is home to prehistoric paintings. In the afternoon, plan a hike through the Vallée du Célé and admire its wilderness.
Day 4: Rocamadour
Rocamadour is one of the places not to be missed during your week’s stay in the Lot. To make the most of the town’s assets, spend your morning exploring every nook and cranny of this famous pilgrimage site, including the Château de Rocamadour. Overlooking the Alzou valley, it promises a 360° view of an extraordinary panorama, especially on a ride on the Petit Train. The Petit Train connects the lower town of Rocamadour with the upper town. Round off your day in the village by exploring the Gouffre de Padirac, or hire a small boat to cruise the underground river.
Day 5: Figeac
On the fifth day of your vacation in the Lot, discover Figeac. Figeac’s rich historical heritage is sure to enchant you. In addition to its monuments, Figeac is home to one of the world’s most famous museums dedicated to the written word: Musée Champollion.
In the afternoon, you can kill time shopping or treat yourself to a massage in one of Figeac’s wellness salons.
Ready to explore the trails of the Lot? You’ll need a few items of equipment, including hiking boots and clothing, food and drink…
Certain precautions are also necessary to ensure your safety. It all depends on the weather. If, for example, you’re heading for the Lot during a rainy week, you’ll need a raincoat and boots to keep you dry.
Day 6: Gastronomy and nature
Enrich your week in the Lot by discovering local gastronomy and nature. In the morning, visit a farm specializing in the production of Rocamadour cheese.
And don’t hesitate to explore a foie gras factory. After a hearty lunch in one of the town’s establishments, why not plan a relaxing moment by the water or a hike around Lac du Tolerme?
Day 7: Souillac and the Dordogne Valley
To top off your week in the Lot, discover Souillac and the Dordogne Valley. While Souillac is famous for its abbey church and museums, the Dordogne Valley is renowned for its castles and viewpoints.
At the end of the day, you can decide to return to Cahors or schedule your departure.
Whether you’re a family or a couple, a week’s holiday in the Lot region is sure to please. In addition to the wide range of leisure activities on offer, enjoy a peaceful stay at Camping les Hirondelles. One of the region’s most famous star-rated B&Bs, this establishment has the advantage of being close to the region’s most beautiful towns, such as Saint Cirq Lapopie, Souillac and Quercy, and their tourist attractions. Share
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