Gîtes in Figeac

Discover Figeac during your holiday

Renting a gîte in Figeac and the surrounding area is guaranteed to give you a great holiday and recharge your batteries. On the border of the Aveyron and Cantal departments, Figeac offers you the art of living and simplicity through its rich heritage and magnificent landscapes. This medieval town was founded on the banks of the Célé. It's time to discover it from your holiday gîte in Figeac. Start your holiday with a visit to the town's historic centre, which was shaped by the Middle Ages. Open your eyes wide and don't miss a minute of it. Stroll through the narrow streets to discover all the charm of the city. Then head for Place Champollion and Les Halles. You'll find small bars, plenty of restaurants and lovely little terraces to soak up the sun. Stop and enjoy life. Every Saturday morning, you'll find the Place Champollion market at Les Halles. Take the opportunity to shop with local producers. You can then cook up some delicious local recipes in your gîte in Figeac or the surrounding area. To continue your visit during your holiday in Figeac, you can visit the Notre-Dame-du-Puy church. Not far from there, you can enjoy a beautiful view over the town. You can then visit the Abbatiale Saint-Sauveur. This abbey church was founded in the 9th century. Many pilgrims come to Figeac. It is a stopover on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. Make the most of the night-time atmosphere in Figeac, staying for a meal in a typical restaurant to sample the specialities of the Lot before returning to spend the night in your gîte in Figeac or the surrounding area. After a peaceful night in your accommodation in Figeac with swimming pool, set off to discover the Musée Champollion - Les Ecritures du Monde. Follow in the footsteps of the famous Champollion and discover the incredible history of writing. This museum is located in the house where Champollion was born. Select your holiday gîte in Figeac and the surrounding area from our Clévacances-labelled accommodation without further ado.

Activities near Figeac

From your gîte in Figeac or the surrounding area, you can easily radiate across the département and discover some pretty wonders. Start with the village of Cardaillac, listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France". Step back in time to the Middle Ages. Discover the beautiful fort with its various towers. You can even climb to the top of the tower for an impressive view of the surrounding area. Several gîtes in Cardaillac are available to rent. You can then take a tour of the Château de Lacapelle-Marival, a listed historic monument. Here you can admire 15th-century paintings and 17th-century decor. After a peaceful night in your accommodation in Figeac, set off to discover Faycelles. This hilltop village has a picturesque market town. It lies between the Lot and Célé valleys. There are numerous footpaths nearby, offering magnificent views over the valleys. Now set off in the direction of Capdenac. Just a few kilometres from your gîte in Figeac, this village, listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France", is sure to amaze you. Its beautiful medieval fortress has been well preserved. It overlooks the River Lot. While you're on holiday in Figeac, you'll also want to pay a visit to Saint-Cirq-Lapopie. This village, listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France", is a must-see in the Lot. The village boasts no fewer than 13 historic monuments. It was voted France's favourite village in 2012. We're keeping our other secrets to ourselves, so it's up to you to reveal them. There's so much to do on your holiday in Figeac and the surrounding area. There's no doubt that this is the holiday for you if you want to discover the region's heritage and enjoy the great outdoors. For a quality gîte with direct contact with a private individual or a professional, visit Clévacances.