Sarlat-la-Canéda is a beautifully preserved medieval town in the Dordogne department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Famous for having one of the highest densities of historic Renaissance and medieval facades of any city in Europe, it is also the culinary epicenter of Perigord gastronomy, renowned for duck dishes, truffles, and walnuts.
Walk through the narrow cobblestone medieval streets of Old Sarlat and dine on truffles and duck dishes in a traditional Périgord inn.
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Glass elevator inside a converted church tower; offers 360-degree views of Sarlat
Time
0.5 hours
Cost
€5.00*
Effort
Easy
One of the most famous food markets in France
Time
3 hours
Cost
Free
Effort
Easy
Includes canoe rental and bus transfer; passes multiple medieval castles
Time
3 hours
Cost
€18.00*–€25.00*
Effort
Moderate
Pleasant weather, lighter crowds — the sweet spot.
Busiest months — book stays & transport early.
Quietest window with the lowest prices.
Take the A20 motorway from Paris. A rental car is highly recommended to explore the surrounding Dordogne Valley castles and rivers.
