Major Tourist Cities * Cahors: Famous for its Valentré bridge, cathedral, and wines. * Figeac: Medieval town with the Champollion Museum. * Brive-la-Gaillarde: Known for its market and cultural events. * Souillac: Art town with its Sainte-Marie Abbey and jazz festival. * Rodez: Historic city with a Gothic cathedral and the Soulages Museum. Most Beautiful Villages * Rocamadour: Perched village, famous for its sanctuary and spectacular setting. * Autoire: Listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France," featuring a stunning waterfall. * Loubressac: Village offering breathtaking views of the Dordogne Valley. * Carennac: Medieval village on the banks of the Dordogne, with its Romanesque church. * Martel: Village with medieval towers and charming cobblestone streets. Must-See Tourist Attractions * Gouffre de Padirac: Huge sinkhole with an underground river that can be visited by boat. * Château de Castelnau-Bretenoux: Medieval fortress offering exceptional views of the valley. * Lacave Caves: Underground caves with remarkable geological formations. * Rocamadour: Sacred village with spiritual sites and panoramic views. * Gramat Animal Park: Family park with many local species to discover. * Phosphatières du Cloup d'Aural: Unique geological site, ideal for nature lovers. Cultural and Sporting Activities for Families * Hiking: * GR 652 (Variant of the Camino de Santiago). * GR 46 (From Montluçon to Rocamadour). * Local trails around Autoire, Loubressac, and the Dordogne Valley. * Canoeing-Kayaking: On the Dordogne at Carennac, Vayrac, or Gluges, to admire cliffs and castles. * Mountain Biking and Cycling: Marked routes for all levels. * Fishing: In the Cère River at Saint-Céré, as well as in the Dordogne around Bretenoux and Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne. * Climbing and Caving: Around the cliffs of Autoire and the caves of the Causse de Gramat. * Horse Riding: Equestrian centers nearby, such as in Bretenoux. * Cultural Visits: Concerts, music festivals, notably the Saint-Céré Festival (classical music). Accessibility * Train Stations: * Saint-Denis-près-Martel: Regional line to Brive and Cahors. * Figeac: Connections to Toulouse and Paris. * Souillac: Station on the Paris-Toulouse line. * Highways: * A20: Free highway connecting Paris to Toulouse, accessible via the Souillac or Gramat/Martel exits. * Airports: * Brive-Dordogne Valley Airport: Offers domestic and international flights. * Rodez-Aveyron Airport: Flights to several European destinations. Remarkable Tourist Sites Nearby * Les Causses du Quercy: Regional natural park, perfect for nature walks. * Dordogne Valley: Ideal setting for outdoor activities (canoeing, hiking, fishing). * Château de Montal: Renaissance château with beautiful sculptures. * Marqueyssac Gardens: Hanging gardens with panoramic views of the valley. * Château de Beynac and Château de Castelnaud: Stunning medieval castles overlooking the Dordogne.