Are you planning to visit the Sacred City of the Dordogne Valley and wondering where to stay? Here’s the answer with this list of the best places to stay in and around Rocamadour!
Situated in the Lot region of south-western France, Rocamadour is famous for being home to the Black Madonna and the tomb of Saint Amadour. This « citadel of the Faith » has been a renowned pilgrimage site since the 12th century, and has been frequented since the Middle Ages. Over the centuries, illustrious figures such as kings and saints have stood before the effigy of the Black Madonna. But Rocamadour is not just a pilgrimage destination, it’s also an architectural treasure trove from medieval times. The town has a proud appearance, perched on a sheer cliff 150 meters above the Alzou valley! In town, you can wander through the narrow streets, climb the Way of the Cross that runs from the fortified gates to the castle and the Jerusalem Cross, where a belvedere has been set up. Rocamadour also boasts a number of superb religious buildings, including the Basilica of Saint-Sauveur, the Crypt of Saint Amadour and chapels dedicated to various saints. In the heart of the Haut Quercy Nature Park, visiting Rocamadour is also a great way to go on walks around the medieval town. So where can you spend the night in Rocamadour and the surrounding area?
Because choosing the right accommodation in and around Rocamadour is essential to discovering this medieval town and the surrounding countryside, we’ve put together a list of the best places to stay in and around Rocamadour!
In the heart of the Sacred City
There’s no better way to enjoy this beautiful medieval town than to stay in Rocamadour itself! The Marian town has a wide range of hotels to suit all budgets, so you’ll have no trouble finding accommodation in and around Rocamadour. In the heart of the citadel of faith, there are several very charming and comfortable hotels. However, the price may be slightly prohibitive depending on your budget. By staying in the heart of the Sacred City, you’ll have the advantage of making the most of Rocamadour’s special atmosphere.
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On the outskirts of Rocamadour : L’Hospitalet, Blanat and La Gardelle
On the outskirts of the medieval city, campsites and gîtes offer more modest and affordable prices. If they’re not in the heart of the city, you can still easily reach the Sacred City and its monuments with a short walk or bike ride.
Staying near Rocamadour is also an excellent idea if you want to take advantage of the town’s tourist and natural attractions. In the L’Hospitalet district, for example, you’ll find a number of campsites as well as a charming animal park dedicated to monkeys, the Forêt des Singes, and also the Grotte des Merveilles, a cave with prehistoric paintings.
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Blanat is also home to several gîtes and campsites in and around Rocamadour. The Rocamadour-Padirac train station is located here.
For your accommodation in and around Rocamadour, the off-center La Gardelle area is also a great option. Nestled in the heart of the Dordogne countryside, you’ll find plenty of hiking opportunities in both the Ouysse and Alzou valleys, and right into the heart of Rocamadour.
Alvignac
Neighboring Rocamadour, like the small town of Rignac, Alvignac is a charming town to stay in and around Rocamadour.
If you want to discover the Dordogne Valley’s major tourist attractions, such as the medieval town of Rocamadour or the Gouffre de Padirac, it’s perfect thanks to its geographical position between these two exceptional sites! To reach the medieval town, the car is the quickest option. For a leisurely stroll, cycling or walking are also great options for admiring the surrounding countryside: it takes just an hour or two to reach the medieval town! Further afield, Miers is also a charming place to stay in and around Rocamadour. The more adventurous can even take the old Rocamadour pilgrims’ route, which passes through Miers and leads to the Sacred City.
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Map of hotels and accommodation – Rocamadour