Ten Best Things to Do in Cahors, France, Cahors, France

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our guide to聽the ten best things to do in Cahors, France.聽As an avid traveler, I鈥檝e had the pleasure of visiting numerous stunning destinations across the globe. One place that truly captured my heart is Cahors (so much so that I nearly bought a house there!), a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque region of Occitanie, France.

The area around Cahors was first settled by the Gauls, a Celtic people, around the 4th century BC, and the town itself was founded by the Romans in the 1st century BC and was initially known as Divona Cadurcorum. During the Middle Ages, Cahors became a prosperous city and the capital of the County of Quercy. It was (and still is) known for its strategic location along the pilgrimage route to the Spanish city of Santiago de Compostela.

Today, Cahors is known for its well-preserved medieval architecture, including the famous聽Pont Valentr茅, a fortified bridge constructed in the 14th century. The town is also renowned for its wine production, particularly the dark and robust red wine, 鈥淐ahors鈥�, made from the Malbec grape. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: Ten Best Things to Do in Cahors, France
Guide Location: France » Cahors
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Julia Rees
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