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Rocamadour Village: Discovering Medieval Splendor
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Visit The Incredible Village Of Rocamadour on this small group shared half day trip from Sarlat. Follow your guide on a walking tour of the village including the visit of the Sanctuary. Admire this unique sight and enjoy some free time.
Highlights
- Tour the spectacularly perched Notre Dame chapel of Rocamadour
- Enjoy free time to wander and enjoy the village as you wish
- Local Tour Guide, Expert of the Dordogne & Lot Region
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Rocamadour: Half-Day Guided Tour from Sarlat Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of one of France's most stunning villages, nestled in the Quercy region. Built dramatically against a cliff, Rocamadour is an architectural marvel that reflects the hierarchical structure of the French feudal system, with distinct areas for the chivalry, the clergy, and the peasants. The lower section of the village ...
Rocamadour: Half-Day Guided Tour from Sarlat
Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of one of France's most stunning villages, nestled in the Quercy region. Built dramatically against a cliff, Rocamadour is an architectural marvel that reflects the hierarchical structure of the French feudal system, with distinct areas for the chivalry, the clergy, and the peasants.
The lower section of the village was traditionally home to peasants’ houses, the middle level is dominated by the sanctuary where the clergy resided, and at the top of the cliff stands the castle, residence of the local lord representing the chivalry.
Meet Your Expert English-Speaking Guide
Your half-day Rocamadour adventure begins as you meet your English-speaking local guide, an expert on the Dordogne and Quercy region. After a brief overview of the itinerary and program, step into a spacious, comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan and let your exploration begin.
Rocamadour: A Picture-Perfect Pilgrimage Site
Travel through the countryside to Rocamadour, a village famous for its pilgrimage sites and fortress. Perched in a gorge above a tributary of the River Dordogne, Rocamadour takes its name from the association of St. Amadour, whose relics were discovered in the sanctuary in 1166, and the Occitan word for rock, “roca.”
Wander through the medieval streets with your guide until you reach the steps leading to the heart of the village. As you ascend the Great Staircase—around 216 steps—imagine the medieval pilgrims who climbed it on their knees as an act of devotion.
Visit the Monastic Buildings and Sanctuary
Upon arrival at the sanctuary, your guide introduces you to its key sites and legends. Look for the legendary sword of Roland, Durandal, embedded in the cliff. According to tradition, Roland, Charlemagne’s nephew, threw the sword from the battlefield so it could never be used again.
Explore the Notre Dame Chapel, part of a remarkable 13th-century complex. Hear the story of the Black Madonna statue, carved from walnut wood in the 12th century, and admire the ship models hanging from the ceiling, offered by sailors saved from shipwrecks after invoking her protection. Listen for the miraculous bell said to ring once for each ship saved, and admire 12th-century frescoes depicting the Annunciation and Visitation opposite the chapel.
Free Time and Panoramic Views
After your guided visit of the sanctuary, enjoy free time to explore Rocamadour at your own pace. If you exit at the same level, you can walk up to the castle above the village. While the castle interior is not open to visitors, you can stroll along the ramparts and take in panoramic views over the Alzou canyon and the surrounding landscape.
Return with Lasting Memories
Unforgettable memories await you in Rocamadour, a village steeped in history, legend, and spirituality. Join us on this half-day tour and immerse yourself in the beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Reserve your spot now and embark on an extraordinary journey through time.
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09:00 am
Meet your guide at Place Pasteur Bus Stop in Sarlat la Canéda
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10:00 am
Arrive in Rocamadour, walking tour of the village
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11:00 am
Free time for personal discovery
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01:00 pm
Drop off in Sarlat, end of the tour
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Know before you book
Please note that in regards to the protection of the environment, we will no longer provide plastic bottles of water during our tours. You are kindly advised to bring your own.
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- Half day trip from Sarlat France
- Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate
- In case minimum numbers are not reached we will offer to reschedule or refund your tour
- Small group tour, maximum 8 persons
- Tour is not wheelchair accessible
- Prices are per person
- Currency is in Euros
- Every traveler, including childrens, must have a booked seat as per legal requirements, and carrying childrens on your lap is not allowed.
- Please specify the age of the child when booking so we can provide an appropriate car seat if needed.
- Children under 4 years old are not allowed on the tour
Meeting point
Place Pasteur
24200 SARLAT-LA-CANÉDA
Departure
Your driver/guide will be waiting for you in front of the bus stop Place Pasteur in Sarlat la Canéda.
Return
Tour returns to original departure point.
Reviews
5.0/5 (7 reviews)
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Merran
13, Oct 2025
Benoit was extremely knowledgeable and was an excellent driver and tour host! Rocamadour was amazing, so much more than the pictures! -
Kathryn
16, Sep 2025
Rocamadour is a very special place. Our guide Anne was spectacular. It was an amazing 4 hours to spend with her learning about the area, the site and... -
Elina V
02, Jul 2025
This was a fabulous tour! Lena was the guide and it was a very small group. The tour allows you enough time to enjoy the town.. Lena took us around but... -
Cauley L
20, Oct 2024
Our trip to Rocamadour was beyond excellent. We did not even notice the cloudy, drizzly weather because Bernoit took such great care of us. It is a tour...
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Included
- Guided walking tour of Rocamadour village and sanctuary
- English-speaking driver guide, Expert of the Dordogne
- Travel in recent, comfortable & fully equipped minivan
Excluded
- Entrance fees to monuments & attractions unless specified
- Personal insurance and expenses
- Meals, drinks & wine tasting fees
- Gratuities for the driver/guide
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What are the top attractions to visit while in Rocamadour?
First of all, you will be with your own guide that will introduce you to this marvellous village. During your guided walking tour, discover the sanctuary where you will visit the different chapels, admire the Black Virgin and breath taking views. You will then have time for personal discovery & lunch. This free time will allow you to stroll the medieval streets, shop for local souvenirs or have a relaxed coffee break. -
How strenuous is this tour?
Rocamadour is a medieval village. This implies that there are cobblestone streets that can be difficult to walk on. Also, the sanctuary is located in the middle part of the village and to reach it implies that you will need to climb stairs. However, there is a possibility of taking an elevator but this will be at your own expense. -
How many steps will we have to climb in Rocamadour?
Once you have visited the village, you will arrive in front of the Great Staircase. This is the main pilgramage way to arrive at the sanctuary. There are about 216 stairs to climb so this can be challanging for some persons. Howere, there is an option to take an elevator for those that have walking issues or that feel that the climb will be too strenuous. The return price for the elevator is under 4€ at time of writing (11/2020).
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