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Sarlat-la-Canéda Travel Guide: 81 reviews and 237 photos

Place de la Liberte, Sarlat-la-Caneda - Sarlat-la-Canéda

Home to a maze of old lanes, some lovely private courtyards, great architectural details and a fantastic twice-weekly market, Sarlat deserves at least a brief stop during travels in this region.

Me & Mom, Place de la Liberte

There is plenty to see as you wander through the lanes of the well-maintained vieille ville, but we had as much fun just relaxing in the various squares with our drinks.

Last visit to Sarlat-la-Canéda: Sep 2002
Intro Written Apr 30, 2003
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Place du 14 Juillet, Sarlat - Sarlat-la-Canéda

Place du 14 Juillet Off The Beaten Path (2)

This is one the less-central squares in Sarlat, found on the outskirts of the old town. There are benches, lots of... more travel advice

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Sarlat's vieille ville is incredibly well-preserved and restored. We spent a two days here, exploring the narrow lanes,... more travel advice

Hotel Plamon Off The Beaten Path (2)

Easily missed when wandering Sarlat's narrow lanes, the Hotel Plamon is located in a row of houses near the Place du... more travel advice

Place du Marche aux Oies, Sarlat - Sarlat-la-Canéda

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balhannah Aug 2, 2010 at 3:57 PM

Nice, interesting page!
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aussirose Feb 12, 2010 at 11:06 PM

Thanks for the tips Stevie. I am enjoying reading your pages :o) Cheers, Ann.
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Neit Jan 13, 2009 at 6:37 AM

Veru useful tips about the town! I'll be visiting Sarlat next month :)
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kidfree Jan 26, 2008 at 3:13 AM

Very good page. Looking forward to our trip to Sarlat in May.
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mariaschmidt Mar 22, 2006 at 11:15 PM

Hi - I enjoyed your Sarlat tips I am going to be there in April so it was nice to read about it - thanks, Mary
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ZanieOR Jun 22, 2005 at 12:10 PM

Those mushrooms are huge! If (when) I take my fantasy trip around France, your suggestion to avoid the high tourist season is a very good one.
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tpal Nov 9, 2004 at 6:09 PM

Hi Stevie, Great pages! We think Aquitaine is next for us. Sarlat-la-Canéda looks fantastic. I love the roof lines. Thanx ...Tom
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dr.firas Jul 10, 2004 at 9:40 AM

Wonderful page Stevie dear :-)
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Djinn76 Apr 21, 2004 at 11:56 AM

So scary, I visited the town when I was a kid but barely remember anything (just some delicious food - perigourdine not italian ;)... I will definitely have to go back, it looks wonderful!!
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Paul2001 Oct 23, 2003 at 5:32 PM

Sarlat looks like a wonderful destination. My Mother has visited twice and suggests strongly that I go.