At the heart of Gramat Causse and the gateway to the Dordogne valley, Rocamadour, hanging on the cliff overlooking the bright Alzou canyon, is a real balancing act. In a vertical deployment of rocks secrets and brown roofs, the village is a wonderful layering of houses and shrines: "The houses on the creek, the churches of the houses, the rock churches, the castle on the rock."
High-rise of Christianity since the Middle Ages, the medieval city offers many attractions. World Heritage of UNESCO, shrines and in particular the Black Madonna chapel open to visitors after climbing the 216 stairs of the pilgrims. The shopping street of the city, dotted with fortified gates, provides access to the town hall of the Renaissance, the heart of this beautiful medieval city.
Arms: Three lilies Golden background d'Azur, and three rocks checkerboard background of Mouth (red) with the seals of the Consuls of Rocamadour 1303.
Rocamadour AOC: The AOC is a cheese Rocamadour "pure goat" made exclusively from whole raw milk, produced, processed and refined on the Appellation area in respect of tradition. It is creamy, smooth and melting, revealing a goat smell, cream or butter to more pronounced with similar tastes. There are a thousand and one way to enjoy the AOC Rocamadour: the Rocamadour commonly savored creamy, but, according to taste, can be eaten dry, releasing aromas more powerful. The Rocamadour is preserved in the bottom of the refrigerator or in cool and humid (10 ° C). Before eating, it is recommended to leave 1 hour at room temperature so that it finds its flavors and softness. The Rocamadour is a cheese that connoisseurs are particularly appreciative because it digs: under her skin, we discover her creamy and temperature, fine pearl skin.
The wines: The Amadour red (wine country of the Lot) is a pleasant wine to drink. Composed of 60% Merlot and 40% Malbec, his nose has great intensity and aromas of black fruit, cherry and spice. It is of great magnitude on the palate with fine tannins. It can be kept 3 to 4 years. To combine with salad Quercy, Quercy lamb or Rocamadour. The Amadour rosé (vin de pays du Lot), composed of Gamay, Malbec and Merlot, with aromas of white fruit (pear, pineapple), acacia flowers and red fruit (cherry, raspberry), also attracted mouth by its breadth and freshness. Its quality was recognized at the Concours General Agricole in Paris in 2009 where the 2008 vintage was awarded the Gold Medal Wine Country Rose Lot.
Foie gras: Close to Rocamadour, a farm 10 000 students each year Mallard ducks for foie gras production and other regional specialties in the traditional farmer and to the delight of gourmets.
The walnut cake: The cake is a Rocamadour nut pastry, specialty areas of Quercy and Perigord. The nut (AOC since 2002 Périgord walnuts), is the essential ingredient of this cake.
The Quercy lamb: the Quercy lamb is the product of a land (the Causses du Quercy), race (Caussenarde Lot), and know-how that can occur throughout the year of the Lambs "100 days". High minimum 70 days with his mother, supplemented with a ration of cereals, the lamb has a breeding sheep in a traditional and ancestral.
The goat milk soaps: The fat molecules in goat milk are exceptionally fine and are easily absorbed through the skin. The goat milk soaps are known for their antibacterial property that leaves the skin silky and hydrated naturally. These soaps are frequently used in cases of dry skin, eczema ...
SIGHTSEEING
Rocamadour tour in July and August, Thursdays at 10:30 am and 16h. Discover, along with a tour guide, the ruins of the hospital Saint-Jean, the medieval city and shrines, including the Basilica of Saint-Sauveur and Saint-crypt Amadour world heritage of UNESCO.
Le Relais des Gourmands you a warm welcome in the heart of the small town of Gramat, situated in the Lot. In a sober and elegant, the hotel invites you to share his taste for elegance...
Located 8.7 km from Rocamadour
43 € per person
Le Lion d'Or
8.7
SPECIAL OFFER
Gramat
Marc Prunière warmly welcomes you to its restaurant Le Lion d'Or. Enjoy the refined and impeccable service that awaits you. Come and enjoy the local specialties such as foie gras au...
Located 8.8 km from Rocamadour
41 € per person
L' Hostellerie du Relais Sainte Anne
Martel
We offer a fresh and innovative kitchen and we serve every day a new menu from the maket.
Francine, graduate designer has tastefully 4 guest rooms in a charming Quercy autenthique remains of the 18th century (antique furniture, paintings, beautiful objects). Breakfast and...
Located 6.3 km from Rocamadour
From 85 € to 95 € the double room
Le Capistan
9.2
Lacave
Le Capistan guest house lies in the Dordogne Valley, in a small village ideally situated within the nature reserve of the Lot départment - the Parc Naturel Regional des Causses du Quercy....
The Domaine de Montanty is a hamlet built in the 18th century. It is composed of 4 gites 52pers, -pers, 6pers, 11pers) and one swimming pool. Ideally located in the Quercy natural park...
Located in Rocamadour
From 350 € to 960 € per week
Le Cloup
9.2
Calès
A warm welcome awaits you in this detached single-storey gite, which is ideally located in the Natural Park of limestone Quercy, amidst splendid scenery. It is situated in the heart...
Located 910 m from Rocamadour
From 270 € to 400 € per week
Gîte les Gratabels dans le Lot
9.5
Le Bastit
Perched high above the village of Bast in the heart of the Parc Regional du Quercy Rocamadour and, Sebastian and his family welcome you to Bel Air, where you will stay in this old barn...
Family camping located in Rocamadour door you will find all the comfort and services of a 3 star campsite you can relax with your children in any peace. The pool is heated and all services...
Located in Rocamadour
From 13.30 € to 17.20 € per day
Camping La Plage
9.6
Meyronne
Situated on the edge of the Dordogne and in the heart of the tourist sites (between Rocamadour and Sarlat), 'La Plage', a nature campsite, offers a family atmosphere in a shady park...
Located 8.4 km from Rocamadour
13.30 € per day
Les borgnes
9.1
SPECIAL OFFER
Saint-Sozy
The campingles Borgnes is on the banks of the Dordogne between two charming villages and Meyronne saint- Sozy, just minutes walk from all amenities including restaurants, grocers, butchers,...
Set amongst oak trees, this hotel is in the heart of Rocamadour. It offers a pool with a terrace, and rooms with views of the surrounding park. The guest rooms at the hotel Les Esclargies...
Located in Rocamadour
Room from 60 €
Hotel Du Lion D'or
7.8
Rocamadour
The Hotel Du Lion D'or is centrally located in the medieval city of Rocamadour. Composed of 2 buildings, it offers rooms with satellite channels on a flat-screen TV. Free Wi-Fi is...
Located in Rocamadour
Room from 39 €
Le Terminus Des Pèlerins
8.5
Rocamadour
Set in the medieval town of Rocamadour, this hotel offers a breath-taking view of the Alzou Valley. Traditional cuisine is served in the restaurant, and you can enjoy a drink on the...
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