Belvès and Sarlat: two must-sees in Périgord Noir
When you stay at our campsite near La Roque-Gageac, you’ll be ideally placed for visiting Belvès and Sarlat-la-Canéda, two jewels of the Périgord Noir, offering a total immersion in Périgord history, nature and gastronomy.
Belvès: the medieval city of seven steeples
Belvès is afortified medieval town dating back to the XIecentury fortified town, perched on a rocky outcrop and listed as one of France’s “Most Beautiful Villages”. Nicknamed the “city of seven steeples”, it has not been spared invasions and wars, but has miraculously preserved magnificent traces of its built heritage.
Belvès dominates the Nauze valley and offers a timeless atmosphere through its cobbled streets and stone houses. During your visit, let yourself be carried away by the authentic atmosphere of the market under the covered market, stroll among the troglodytic remains or climb the ancient towers that line the ramparts. To explore Belvès is to immerse yourself in the history of this XIᵉ century stronghold, while enjoying an exceptional panorama of the Périgord Noir.
A must-see!
Continue your sightseeing tour with a visit to Sarlat-la-Canéda, capital of the Périgord Noir, a medieval Périgord city par excellence and a veritable architectural treasure trove. Sarlat is officially listed as a “ville d’art et d’histoire” (city of art and history), making it the most visited tourist site in the Dordogne andone of the best-preserved medieval ensembles in Europe.
Sarlat’s architecture, medieval streets, half-timbered houses, lauze roofs and rich heritage make it a must-see.
To discover Sarlat-la-Canéda, stroll through its golden lanes and Place de la Liberté, admire theancient church of Sainte-Marie and its Jean Nouvel-designed covered market… At the same time, this town is a crossroads forevents, gourmet markets and gastronomic discoveries typical of the Périgord Noir region. Tasting local produce here becomes a moment in itself.
To explore Sarlat-la-Canéda in the best conditions, choose the morning: soft light on the stone, lively market, local atmosphere. At the end of the day, take the panoramic elevator up for a 360° view and let the town be draped in gold. It’s possible to explore Belvès and Sarlat-la-Canéda on the same day, but it’s ideal to devote two separate times to fully savor their different atmospheres.
Whether you’re looking for heritage, peace and quiet or gastronomy, visiting Belvès and Sarlat-la-Canéda from our campsite in the Périgord guarantees a rich and varied stay. Explore these two emblematic places, then come back to recharge your batteries in an exceptional natural setting and make the most of your accommodation.
Sarlat: a capital with an exceptional heritage
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