Regional Guide to the Lot and Quercy
Holidays, property and life in the sunny South of France
Our guide to the Lot and Quercy region provides an introduction for those not familiar with this part of the South of France and its undiscovered treasures - the lack of industry, low population density and a rural landscape that has remained unchanged for thousands of years.
If you are looking for a
holiday,
holiday home or
property for sale in this part of the South of France, look no further - they are all here to be discovered.
In the heart of sunny south west France
The Lot and Quercy is the gateway to the South of France. Far enough south to be consistently hot and sunny in summer, but relatively undiscovered by tourism. Many pass through the region on their way to the Mediterranean coast or Spain, a few stay for a night to break up the journey South, fewer still stay; those that do are forever captivated by the land of sunshine and stone. The region covers three of the least populated departments in the South of France...
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Beautiful medieval town in the Tarn et Garonne
Saint Antonin Noble Val is a commune of the Tarn-et-Garonne département, of southwest France. In ancient times, it was known by its Celtic name of Condate (confluence) after joining of the Tarn and Aveyron rivers....
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Black Diamonds from the South of France
Périgord truffles (Tuber melanosporum), known as Black Diamonds due to their high price and rarity, are perhaps the most sought after culinary product in the world...
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Are they still out there?
It’s every chilly Northern European’s dream. A little cottage, full of character, metre-thick stone walls and a glorious view over the vineyards or sunflower fields in the South of France. Of course they’re still out there, but they can no longer be bought for a song....
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In search of perfection in the South of France
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Loubressac, Lot
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Throughout the South of France there are simply hundreds of charming stone built villages, often perching on a hilltop with magnificent views of the surrounding area. Each village has its own individual character...
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One of the least populated areas in the South of France
The Lot and Quercy region covers three of the least populated departments in the South of France and covers the Lot, Lot et Garonne and Tarn et Garonne. Still relatively undiscovered...
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A few facts about the Lot and Quercy climate.
Peter Mayle described Provence as a cold country with a high rate of sunshine and a place where the summers are consistently hot. Both of these comments are also said to be true elsewhere in the South of France - the Lot and Quercy region, but let’s look at some actual figures...
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History of the shrine and the pilgrimage
The ancient city of Cahors in the south of France lies on the famous pilgrim trail to the shrine of St. James in northwest Spain. Many people still walk the route today, wearing a scallop shell around their necks – in French a
coquille St. Jacques.
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Detailed listing for the Lot department
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Canoeing on the Lot
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With so many activities to choose from there's sure to be something of interest in this lovely part of the South of France ranging from walking to hang gliding. The River Lot is a great attraction for many people ...
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The food of the Quercy in the South of France
In this region of the South of France the splendid goose has been King for a thousand years. Although perennially popular, goose is expensive and revered and so generally used only for feasts and special occasions...
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Historic gateway to the South of France
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Pont de Valentré
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Roman bastide, medieval city of Bishops and Popes, and gateway to the glorious South of France, this enchanting old town captivates all who come to know her. Cahors is strategically situated in a loop of the curvaceous river Lot, surrounded by hills. To the north the roads lead straight to Paris, to the south straight to Toulouse and on to the passes of the Pyrenees and the bustling ports of the Mediterranean. To the west, following the line of the river, lies the great wine producing city and port of Bordeaux. To the east, the wild and beautiful Causses and the foothills of the Massif Central...
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