Raw beauty
Rocamadour, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, the Padirac chasm and the Lot valley.
Occitanie · Department 46
Lot
Cliffs, rivers and the ochre villages of the Quercy.
Main town: Cahors
The Lot is the heart of the Quercy: limestone cliffs, a turquoise river, Rocamadour, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie and beautifully preserved heritage. A quiet, gentle department where property remains very affordable and the quality of life is exceptional.
Why here
What makes the Lot special
Cahors vineyards
The famous 'black wine', a Malbec terroir known around the world.
Quercy cuisine
Black truffle, Quercy lamb, foie gras and saffron.
Calm and quiet
Low population density, an unhurried pace and a light all of its own.
Where to base yourself
Main towns
CahorsFigeacGourdonSaint-CéréSouillac
Way of life
Swimming in the Célé, truffle markets, the Cahors jazz festival and walking on the limestone causses.
Property market
€1,200 to €1,800 per m² depending on the area. Genuine opportunities in local stone properties with land.
Who it suits
Remote workers, active retirees, artists and families looking for authenticity and peace and quiet.
In partnership with our local builder
Building a home in the Lot?
Our partner works with buyers moving from abroad or from another region: finding a plot of land, remote site supervision, temporary accommodation and French paperwork.
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