Things to do around Souillac · Lot & DordogneDiscover the Area
Between the Lot and the Dordogne, Souillac is the perfect base for exploring one of France's finest regions.
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Must-see sites
Listed heritage and natural wonders, a short drive from the villa.
Gouffre de Padirac
A navigable underground river, 103 m below ground
Rocamadour
A sacred clifftop town on the Way of St James pilgrim routes
Sarlat-la-Canéda
The medieval and Renaissance jewel of the Périgord Noir
Domme
A medieval bastide, listed among the Plus Beaux Villages de France
Lascaux IV caves
A full-scale replica of the prehistoric cave
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Nature & Activities
A stroll from the villa or deep in the Quercy: a water park, horse riding, canoeing and remarkable gardens.
Quercyland — Water park
Water slides, pools and beaches on the banks of the Dordogne
Souillac riding centre
Rides, lessons and riding courses for all levels
Canoe & mountain bike hire
Water sports base and bike hire, a Quercyland partner
Canoeing on the Dordogne
Paddle downstream past châteaux and limestone cliffs
GR hiking trails
Waymarked trails across the limestone causses of the Quercy
Marqueyssac Gardens
Hanging gardens with panoramic views over the Dordogne
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Food & Wine
An exceptional terroir, from traditional markets to renowned vineyards.
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Plan your days
Souillac with kids
Swimming, canoeing, caves and birds of prey: days out at a child's pace, on foot or less than an hour from the villa.
Read the guideRocamadour & Padirac
The town clinging to its cliff and the river flowing 103 metres underground: the Lot's two great sites, 30 minutes from the villa.
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Sarlat & the valley
Sarlat's markets, hilltop villages, castles and hanging gardens: the Périgord Noir, 30 minutes downstream from Souillac.
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Find your way
Villa Palima lies in Souillac, where the Lot meets the Dordogne — ideally placed for exploring the whole region.
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