To the south of Sarlat, there are many villages along the Dordogne river that are not to be missed, classified as the most beautiful villages in France.
Among them is the beautiful medieval village of Beynac (12km from Sarlat) and its fortress. Its castle overlooking the river gives it a unique charm, and it is one of the best preserved and most renowned castles in the region. Built in medieval times, it is perched on the clifftop overlooking the Dordogne.
It is also well worth visiting Castelnaud (13 km) and its castle, overlooking the Dordogne valley, which offers magnificent views of the sites of Beynac, Marqueyssac, and Roque Gageac.
And don’t miss the chance to visit Roque Gageac (13 km) with its white and ochre houses and its many little lanes leading to the foot of the cliff, where there are magnificent views over the river.
You can also follow in the footsteps of prehistoric man with your children at the Lascaux caves.
NEW! Lascaux 4, the (almost) complete reproduction of Lascaux cave uses modern scenography and gives pride of place to new technologies so you can (re)discover the 17,000 year old decorated caves!
Enjoyable & relaxing
A beautiful site, feels very natural, excellent amenities kept very clean. Pool also great. Wifi was the only weak point. It was slower than the walk uphill back to the camper van.
Very enjoyable with lovely facilities. Walk into Sarlat is all downhill so you have to be prepared for the journey back, just keep thinking one foot in front of the other !!