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Village guide · Lot, Occitanie · 4 places to discover

Perched on a cliff 100 metres above the Lot, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie was voted France's Favourite Village in 2012. Its thirteen listed historic monuments and artists' workshops make it an unmissable stop in the Quercy.

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The 4 must-see places in Saint-Cirq-Lapopie

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Rocher de la Popie Must-see

A rocky outcrop overlooking the village and the Lot valley, a remnant of the medieval châteaux that protected the town.

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Renaissance Houses of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie Must-see

A remarkable ensemble of 15th and 16th century timber-framed corbelled houses, which attracted many artists.

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Saint-Cirq-et-Sainte-Julitte Church

A 15th-century fortified church overlooking the village, blending Gothic and defensive elements.

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Lot Towpath

A former path used by boatmen, offering a lovely riverside walk below the village.

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