Located at the foot of a cliff along the Dordogne River, the village of La Roque-Gageac offers visitors a network of narrow streets, a troglodyte fortification, tropical vegetation and a small church that dominates the valley.
With its brown tiles, typical roofs, old-fashioned charm and breathtaking landscapes, La Roque-Gageac is a village that invites you to dream.
Admire the typical bell wall and the Périgord style roof made of tiles when you see the 14th century church of La Roque-Gageac.
From the small courtyard of the church you will want to capture the exotic garden in photos: Palm trees, banana trees, fig trees, cacti and even bamboo trees grow in this natural solarium!
Continue your walk with a break at the Manoir de Tarde, which overlooks the village center. The former residence of the bishops of Sarlat, with its two main gabled buildings adjoining the tiled tower, will delight architecture lovers.
The narrow, cobbled Rue Limogeanne, a feast for all the senses, with dozens of elegant stores dedicated to the medieval sin of gluttony. Pâté de foie gras du Perigord is the local specialty, which we sampled at stalls and saw a dozen stores selling other fine things: Wine, coffee, tea, oil and spices.
And because the best way to get to know La Roque-Gageac is with a taste of local produce, visit the local farmers' market at the foot of the village, held every Friday morning from May to September.
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