Top 10 most beautiful markets in the Lot
Cahors market
Right in the center of Cahors, on the Place de la Cathédrale Saint-Étienne, you’ll findone of the most beautiful and lively markets in the southwest. Traditional merchants await you with the finest products from the Occitanie region: fattened duck, Cahors wine, Quercy lamb, Rocamadour cheese, apple cake… Plan ahead, the market takes place all year round on Wednesday and Saturday mornings.
Figeac market
The Figeac market, set up around the Hôtel de la Monnaie, is an ideal place for a gourmet stroll. Local producers come here every Saturday morning (8am to 12:30pm) to bring life to this small medieval town. You’ll find charcuterie, fruit and seasonal vegetables, as well as star products such as cabécou, truffles and saffron.
Gourdon market
Fancy cooking up some tasty dishes at your Lot campsite? Stock up on fresh produce at the Gourdon market, open every Saturday morning from 8am to 1pm. It’s also a great opportunity to enjoy the warm atmosphere of this colorful market.
Gramat market
The Gramat market is a meeting place for food professionals, every Tuesday morning and Friday morning at the Place de la Halle. Every Saturday morning, at Place de la République, local producers sell their produce.
Bretenoux market
If you’re holidaying in the Lot and looking for something to do on a Tuesday, come to Bretenoux. The market in this commune in the Dordogne basin is open every Tuesday and Saturday morning until 1pm. You’ll find fresh produce, Périgord walnuts, Auvergne blue cheese, foie gras from the south-west and a range of wines (Chasselas de Moissac, Coteaux de Glanes, Côtes du Lot…).
Lacapelle-Marival market
The Lacapelle-Marival market sets itself apart from other weekly markets in the Lot by being open every 2nd and 4th Monday morning of the month. It’s an opportunity to enjoy a festive atmosphere from the start of the week during your stay in the Midi-Pyrénées.
Souillac market
At the gateway to the Midi, the fertile land of Souillac offers you its gastronomic and artisanal products. The local market unfolds its stalls every Sunday from 8am to 1pm throughout the year. The bucolic atmosphere will delight travelers in search of authenticity.
Martel market
To vary the pleasure of your stay in the Lot, visit Martel’s human-scale market. It takes place under the market hall every Wednesday and Saturday morning. Breeders, market gardeners and street vendors join in to offer local produce. The stroll, among the scents and colors, is a quality experience for the whole family.
Lacave market
Lacave is a small village famous for its caves. As well as visiting the caves, pebble beaches and castles, you can also visit the village market. This warm and welcoming place is open every Tuesday. While you’re there, enjoy a cool drink and some grilled meats.
Saint-Céré market
Saint-Céré has not one, but two lively markets. The first takes place every Saturday morning on Place Jean Jaurès, the second on Place de la République every Sunday morning. Saint-Céréens and their neighbors come here to buy fresh produce from local farmers.
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