The medieval city of Rocamadour: a major tourist site near the campsite
Discover the medieval city of Rocamadour and stroll through the picturesque streets lined with splendid medieval houses. Along the way, admire exceptional monuments: the Salmon, Cabilière, de l’hôpital and du figuier gates, the monumental staircase that pilgrims climbed on their knees, the Saint-Amadour crypt (a UNESCO World Heritage site), the Saint-Sauveur basilica, the Saint-Blaise, Sainte-Anne, Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Saint-Michel and Notre-Dame chapels.
Rocamadour “Citadel of Faith
Just 50 km from the campsite, discover Rocamadour, a medieval town clinging to its cliffs and a must-see during your stay in the Dordogne. On the program: discoveries, visits, tastings and animations.
A MARIAN CITY AND PILGRIMAGE SITE
Located in the heart of the Haut-Quercy region, Rocamadour has been a renowned pilgrimage site since the 12th century. Visited since the Middle Ages, over the centuries the Marian city has welcomed many “roumieux”, famous and anonymous, such as Blanche de Castille, Henry II of England and Louis IX of France, Saint Bernard and Saint Dominique, who came to venerate the tomb of Saint Amadour and the Black Madonna.
The caves of Rocamadour
Visit the Cave of Wonders and discover the underground heritage of Rocamadour. A geological and prehistoric cave dating back over 20,000 years, lined with a multitude of crystalline concretions and adorned with exceptional cave paintings: hands, horses, cattle, deer, felines…
At the foot of the town, the Alzou canyon and Ouysse valley offer visitors and sports enthusiasts magnificent hiking trails not to be missed.
For gourmets and cheese lovers: Discover cave-aged raw milk goat’s cheese palets…. A treat!
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