The known history dates back to the 11th century. While under the control of successive baronies of Castelnau and Gramat Autoire becomes a vassal cities of the vicomte de Turenne. The Viscounts of Turenne took care of their vassals and cities, during the Hundred Years War, Saint-Cere as Autoire had suffered little, well protected by the mighty ramparts of Saint Laurent. However, despite the protection afforded by Viscount William of Beaufort, the town was besieged by the English, already victorious in Haut Quercy. Devastated in 1562 by the Calvinists, the village did not recover the peace in 1588.
Since Autoire protects its site where you can taste the sweetness of life in Quercy.
Local specialty: the Malakoff, created by the cook of General of Columbus, at the Battle of Malakoff, during the Crimean campaign.
SIGHTSEEING
To see the church from the 11th and 12th century, restored, the town hall, the fountain in the village square, the 7 castles (Laroque-Delprat, Limargue, Busqueille, Peyrusse of Banze ...) or manor, which remains General de Colomb (founder of Colomb-Bechar, and commander of French troops at the Battle of Crimea).
The "English Castle", a sort of eagle's nest perched on the cliffside in the largest rocky overhangs, reminiscent of the Hundred Years War, dominates the valley.
The Cascade River Autoire at the bottom of the circus, a height of 30 m (nice stroll under the canopy)
You can also go round the village by the cliffs and admire the most beautiful views.
Do not forget to visit the "House of Arts and Costume" climbing up the village, the street adjacent to the fountain.
Do not miss the festival village Autoire, the last weekend of July! Friday evening cocktail theme (costume or disguise your composition on the theme); ball along. On Sunday evening show with fire pyrosymphonique cliffs (entrance fee); ball along. Monday evening's meal festival committee.
ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
From Autoire on foot by hiking trails, you can if your condition permits visit Loubressac (2 km), Padirac (6 km), Saint-Médard-de-Almost (2 km), Saint-Jean -Lespinasse (3 km) and the Chateau de Montal (4 km).
Whether in his room with soft colors, as bright conservatory or on a shady terrace and flowers, it is good to take some time to taste the local dishes, the menu of the hostel or just...
Located 5.7 km from Autoire
From 15 € to 35 € per person
Hôtel restaurant giscard
Thégra
This small hotel restaurant in the country will please you with its traditional cuisine of the lot. The hotel of 9 rooms, with comfortable beds, you will need rest just like the pool...
Located 6.2 km from Autoire
From 10 € to 35 € per person
Hotel du centre
Vayrac
In this beautiful village in the north of the lot, Fabrice and Virginia offer a traditional cuisine, family atmosphere. The downtown hotel is open in winter Monday to Saturday and summer...
Mill beside the 18th Alzou, in a green, near Rocamadour, Padirac in the natural park of Causses of Quercy. A available pool jacuzzi sauna. Peace and quiet.
Located 7.4 km from Autoire
From 75 € to 85 € the double room
La Petite Vigne
10
Carennac
A beautiful house in a beautiful village near the Dordogne. 3 bedrooms each with private shower and toilet, lounge, garden and small pool.
Located 9.8 km from Autoire
65 € the double room
Moulin de Fresquet
9.4
Gramat
Very near close Rocamadour and Padirac chasme, the Moulin de Fresquet is an authentic water mill built in the architectural style of the Quercy. In the heart of a completely enclosed,...
For rent - by the week, month or year. In autoire (lot), listed as one of the most beautiful villages of france. An independent wing of a very beautiful 17th-18th century manor. It...
Located in Autoire
From 350 € to 800 € per week
Gite langelerie
Saint-Michel-Loubéjou
We welcome you in a detached house, typical Quercy, very comfortable, restored on the themes of stone and wood, situated in the Lot department of the Dordogne valley. The house can...
Located 5 km from Autoire
From 400 € to 1450 € per week
Appartement à l'étage des propriétaires
8.4
Girac
First floor apartment of the house owners in the country.
A park downtown. Flat and shaded, all locations are marked and more than 200m ². Camping quiet town, with two heated pools.
Located 6 km from Autoire
From 15.20 € to 16.20 € per day
Camping *** Les Chalets sur la Dordogne
8.9
Girac
An ideal site for your holidays. This small campsite (2,5 ha, 39 places) has all the advantages of a big one. 7 quality chalets and mobile home, big shaded places, a snack-bar restaurant...
Located 7.4 km from Autoire
From 11.80 € to 14.80 € per day
Camping le Pigeonnier
Miers
Quiet family camping located in the Parc Naturel Régional des Causses of Quercy between Rocamadour (2nd site in France), and the gulf of Padirac in the heart of the Circuit des Merveilles....
This hotel is in a renovated 18th-century house near cliffs and waterfalls in the village of Autoire. It offers a restaurant, terrace and free parking. Free internet access is available....
Located in Autoire
Room from 50 €
Inter-Hotel Le Relais De Castelnau
7.4
Loubressac
Le Relais De Castelnau is located in the heart of one of the most beautiful villages of France, Loubressac, and offers sweeping views overlooking the Dordogne Valley and Castelnau Castle....
Located 2.7 km from Autoire
Room from 75 €
Les Roulottes du Petit Gouffre de Padirac
Padirac
Located a 10-minute walk from the Padirac Chasm, this guest accommodation is surrounded by a 5-hectare park. It features self-catering wooden caravans, free Wi-Fi in public areas and...
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