Situated between the Dordogne and Vézère valleys, Sarlat is THE town to visit in the Périgord Noir.
Sarlat is the capital of the department, and its one and a half million visitors a year make it the most popular tourist site in the Dordogne.
You can either take part in the guided tours organised by the Tourist Office to discover the cultural wonders of this small town, or wander through the narrow streets and admire the architectural treasures of its heritage. Squares, narrow streets, abbeys, churches… Sarlat is full of magnificent places and cultural events not to be missed.
Situated in the magnificent Dordogne department, on the edge of the Causses and Quercy regions, just 25 minutes from LE PORT DE SIORAC campsite, Sarlat is one of France’s most beautiful towns, classified as a “town of art and history” with no fewer than 66 listed monuments…
The ancient cathedral of Saint-Sacerdos, the chapel of the Pénitents Blancs, the château de la Boëtie, the church of la Canéda, the ancient church of Sainte-Marie, let yourself be seduced by the medieval city and rediscover its history through these timeless monuments, which make Sarlat one of the most famous cities in the world for its historical heritage.
Sarlat is a capital of history and flavours, and is also famous for its markets where you can find local produce, thanks in particular to the church of Sainte-Marie, which houses a large covered food market with a glass lift in its bell tower …
Just 25 minutes from our campsite, Sarlat is a gourmet town where you’ll love wandering through the narrow streets.
Strawberries, walnuts, ceps, truffles, olive oil and foie gras are sold and enjoyed in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Gourmet markets and night markets, gastronomic events not to be missed several times a week.
To visit Sarlat is to awaken all your senses, especially those of taste. Treat your taste buds to a gourmet tour.
