holiday in Sarlat, Dordogne<\/strong> without spending too much, check out our promotions and reduced rates.<\/p>\nWhat to see in Sarlat<\/h2>\n
Sarlat, one of the most beautiful medieval cities in the south of France, city of art and history it contains an exceptional heritage like the cathedral Saint-Sacerdos, the convents Notre-Dame and Sainte-Claire, the church Sainte-Marie, the house of La Bo\u00e9tie and other mansions in the historic center. Between medieval alleys and Sarlat hotels private homes with remarkable facades, Sarlat-la-Can\u00e9da<\/strong> is rich in an important built heritage.
\nIts city center actually holds a record density, worldwide, of listed buildings! You can take advantage of a guided tour to make sure you don’t miss out on any of its architectural and historical treasures or stroll at your own pace through the cobbled streets of the old town.<\/p>\nDuring your walk, stop to admire the Saint-Sacerdos Cathedral, the Watchtower, the Gisson Manor and the emblematic Goose Market Square.
\nFinally, do not hesitate to stop in front of the menus of the numerous restaurants in Sarlat, which are among the most famous to make you discover the generous and typical flavors of the P\u00e9rigord as it should be. Gastronomic restaurants offering the specialties of the region such as foie gras, duck breast and truffles, cohabit with historical monuments. To visit Sarlat is to combine the discovery of heritage with the pleasure of the palate.<\/p>\n
By going to the Sarlat tourist office, you can join a group for a guided tour through the city’s cobblestone streets.
\nTake advantage of your visit to Sarlat<\/strong> to hike in the V\u00e9z\u00e8re Valley and take a river tour in the Dordogne Valley, fly over the castles in a hot air balloon and understand why Sarlat-la-Can\u00e9da<\/strong> is a fairy-tale place loved by filmmakers that has been used several times as a film location.<\/p>\nSarlat tourism: the 5 must-sees<\/h2>\n\n- Saint-Sacerdos Cathedral<\/strong>
\nThis cathedral mixing Romanesque and Gothic styles built between the 12th and 17th centuries and classified as a historical monument is distinguished by its architecture, its beautiful proportions, its organ, its bulbous bell tower and its magnificent chapels.<\/li>\n- Gisson Manor<\/strong>
\nIt is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings of the medieval era in Sarlat. The Manor of Gisson is open from 10am to 6:30pm (closed at 7pm in July-August). Admission is free for children under 10 years old.<\/li>\n- Clocher of the Sainte-Marie church<\/strong>
\nThis church converted into a covered market is located in the center of Sarlat. Our favorite: its panoramic elevator that leads to the bell tower, where a striking view of the city awaits you.<\/li>\n- Lantern of the Dead<\/strong>
\nThis strange chapel sometimes nicknamed the Saint-Bernard Tower and the Tower of the Moors was built in the 12th century in honor of Saint-Bernard, a monk who is said to have distributed breads capable of healing the sick.<\/li>\n- La Belle Sarladaise<\/strong>
\nOrganized by the tourist office, this costumed tour of the city lasts about 1 hour. Your guide, who wears a medieval costume, will transport you to the Middle Ages to tell you what Sarlat was like in medieval times.<\/li>\n- Local festivals and events<\/strong>: The Sarlat Theater Games Festival in July and August www.festival-theatre-sarlat.com.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n