The most beautiful villages in the Lot
In the Occitanie region, the Lot is a department full of surprises: it's home to no fewer than eight of the most beautiful villages in France! In this article, we tell you about Rocamadour, Martel and Carennac. All that's left for you to do is set off on a day trip from the hotel!
Built into the side of a rock at an altitude of over 120m, the village of Rocamadour is famous far beyond its borders. Its landmark monuments include the Basilica of Saint-Sauveur and the Chapel of Notre-Dame, which houses the Black Madonna. Their silhouettes overlook the Anzou canyon. To get there, you'll have to climb the 216 steps of the Grand Escalier. Don't leave Rocamadour without trying the PDO goat's cheese of the same name!
This small medieval town developed thanks to trade, particularly truffles. It can be recognised by its many towers, the most famous of which are :
Nestling on the banks of the Dordogne, Carennac seems to be protected by the imposing silhouette of its Benedictine abbey. It's a great place to live and stroll around the houses with their carved windows and pointed roofs. Among the monuments to discover, take a look at the Saint-Pierre church, the cloister and the chapter house.
Located not far from some of the Lot's most beautiful villages, our three-star hotel welcomes you to the historic centre of the charming town of Figeac. Stay in one of the 35 rooms in our 13th-century building - some have a balcony and a view of the River Célé. Practical: our family room can sleep up to 6 people, ideal for a stay with children or a group of friends!
Extend your experience at the table in our restaurant, Le Pont d'Or, before relaxing in the Finnish sauna. Everything you need for a holiday combining heritage and relaxation in the Lot!
Our top 3 most beautiful villages in the Lot
Rocamadour
Built into the side of a rock at an altitude of over 120m, the village of Rocamadour is famous far beyond its borders. Its landmark monuments include the Basilica of Saint-Sauveur and the Chapel of Notre-Dame, which houses the Black Madonna. Their silhouettes overlook the Anzou canyon. To get there, you'll have to climb the 216 steps of the Grand Escalier. Don't leave Rocamadour without trying the PDO goat's cheese of the same name!
Martel
This small medieval town developed thanks to trade, particularly truffles. It can be recognised by its many towers, the most famous of which are :
- The tower of the Palais de la Raymondie
- The Belfry Tower
- The Maison Fabri tower
Carennac
Nestling on the banks of the Dordogne, Carennac seems to be protected by the imposing silhouette of its Benedictine abbey. It's a great place to live and stroll around the houses with their carved windows and pointed roofs. Among the monuments to discover, take a look at the Saint-Pierre church, the cloister and the chapter house.
Your Best Western hotel in Figeac
Located not far from some of the Lot's most beautiful villages, our three-star hotel welcomes you to the historic centre of the charming town of Figeac. Stay in one of the 35 rooms in our 13th-century building - some have a balcony and a view of the River Célé. Practical: our family room can sleep up to 6 people, ideal for a stay with children or a group of friends!Extend your experience at the table in our restaurant, Le Pont d'Or, before relaxing in the Finnish sauna. Everything you need for a holiday combining heritage and relaxation in the Lot!
