Discover Gourdon and its area

Gourdon is the capital of Bouriane in the region of Quercy (France), neighbouring the Périgord, whose sloping hills gently unfold to the banks of the Dordogne.

Surrounded by tourist sites among the most famous in France : Sarlat and the Eyzies to the North, Rocamadour to the East, Cahors to the South. The city of Gourdon boasts many fine attractions of its own. More than one visitor has fallen in love with the medieval charm  of its narrow streets, its serene countryside and hamlet dotted by "bories", the stone sherpherd's cottages typical of this area. The importance of tourism can be seen in the many well-established facilities for visitors and their growing popularity.

Get to know Gourdon and you will discover the gourmet treasures of a land whose reputation goes far beyond its borders. And you will appreciate the passion for living well that continues to characterise this place and its people.

The rupestral paintings of the Cougnac cave and the numerous megaliths give evidence that human beings have chosen very early this area to show their art abilities.

Gourdon was first a castrum, built on the top of a hill, with a castle and city walls. It owes its XVIth century apogee to its weavers and drapers.

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