Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, France

Saint-Cirq-Lapopie

A village clinging to a cliff high above the Lot river.

  • Apr–Oct
  • Best by car
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Saint-Cirq-Lapopie

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the village lanes up to the church and the castle ruins on the cliff top.
  2. AfternoonWalk the towpath along the Lot river, carved into the cliff.
  3. EveningWatch the sunset from the village viewpoint.

Day 2

Visit the Pech Merle cave with its prehistoric paintings.

What to eat

Quercy lamb and Cahors wine.

Local tips

Make the most of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie

Beat the crowds

Summer afternoons are busy. Come early, or stay overnight to see it empty.

Best photo spot

The village on its cliff from the viewpoint along the road above the Lot river.

Getting there

Easiest by car, about 30 minutes from Cahors.

Don't miss nearby

The Pech Merle cave with prehistoric paintings, and the town of Cahors.

Good to know

The streets are steep and cobbled. The towpath along the Lot, cut into the cliff, makes a lovely walk.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Saint-Cirq-Lapopie

Getting there

  • Rodez–Aveyron Airport (RDZ)65 km away
  • Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)95 km away
  • Toulouse95 km away
  • Bordeaux185 km away

A car is the easiest way to get here and to see the area around it. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeApr–Oct
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Nature
Getting thereBest by car
Stay1 night
CountryFrance

Questions

Saint-Cirq-Lapopie: good to know

Is Saint-Cirq-Lapopie worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and nature. A village clinging to a cliff high above the Lot river.

How many days do you need in Saint-Cirq-Lapopie?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Saint-Cirq-Lapopie?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. Summer afternoons are busy. Come early, or stay overnight to see it empty.

How do you get to Saint-Cirq-Lapopie?

The nearest airport is Rodez–Aveyron Airport (RDZ), about 65 km away. Easiest by car, about 30 minutes from Cahors.

What is there to see near Saint-Cirq-Lapopie?

Nearby hidden places include Rocamadour (37 km), Sarlat-la-Canéda (59 km) and Toulouse (97 km).

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