Hiker on the GR 652 at the Abbaye Nouvelle de léobardHiker on the GR 652 at the Abbaye Nouvelle de léobard
©Hiker on the GR 652 at the Abbaye Nouvelle de léobard|A. Fornia - Itinera Magica
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Visits, Sites & Heritage

Caves, castles, museums, gardens and churches: these are just a few of the places you can visit to explore the region’s history, landscapes and expertise.

Visit Between Lot & Dordogne

The region is home to a wide variety of sites to visit: prehistoric and natural caves, medieval castles, museums of society and art, landscaped gardens, rural churches and listed buildings. Then there are the art galleries and craft workshops – potters, ceramists, glassmakers, sculptors – who open their doors to let visitors discover their world and their skills. These are places where you can learn about local history, landscapes, architecture and the skills that have shaped the region.

Some sites are open all year round, others only in season. Visits can be self-guided or accompanied, depending on the situation. Each site offers a different approach: permanent collections, temporary exhibitions, craft demonstrations, viewpoints, archive documents or areas designed for walking.

Woman under the concretions in the Cougnac caves
©©Maxime Audouard - Lot Tourisme
Caves, Castles and Gardens
Sculpture and painting at the Musée Zadkine
©Pays de Gourdon entre Lot & Dordogne - F.Lacan
The museums
New Abbey in Léobard
©Lot Tourisme - Cyril Novello
Churches and heritage
Shaping a bowl - artisan potter from Uzech-les-OulesShaping a bowl - artisan potter from Uzech-les-Oules
©Shaping a bowl - artisan potter from Uzech-les-Oules|Cyril Novello
Artists and craftspeople
Frequently asked questions
  • Do I need to book in advance?

    For caves and guided tours, booking is often compulsory or strongly recommended, especially in summer. Museums and gardens can usually be visited without booking.

  • Are the sites accessible to people with reduced mobility?

    Accessibility varies from place to place. Some natural or historical sites may present constraints (stairs, footpaths, uneven ground, etc.). Detailed information is available on the dedicated pages, but the easiest way is to contact the Tourist Office directly on 05 65 27 52 50. Our advisors will be able to point you in the direction of the tours best suited to your needs.

  • Are the sites open all year round?

    Some sites, such as museums and churches, are open all year round, while others, such as caves and castles, are only open seasonally (generally from spring to autumn). It is advisable to check the opening times before your visit.

Visit All the possibilities

Each site offers a different experience, depending on how you look at it. For families, visits can become playful adventures or shared discoveries, with games, workshops and adapted routes. As a couple, they are often great places to stroll, contemplate or share curiosity.

For solo travellers, these visits are an opportunity to immerse themselves in history, take their time or meet other visitors. Heritage enthusiasts, nature lovers, those curious about art or history… everyone can find a place to suit their tastes.

Medieval garden at SalviacMedieval garden at Salviac
©Medieval garden at Salviac|Lot Tourisme - C. Novello

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