River cruise for a round trip from Cahors up to St Cirq Lapopie

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Cahors - St Cirq Lapopie - Cahors - 68 Km - 20 Locks - 13 h of navigation - 4 Nights

From Cahors to Cahors, 0 km, 0 Lock(s), 0 h of navigation

Stopover : Cahors

Cahors

This town, very lively in the summer (concerts, blues festival,..), is home to a number of remarkable structures: the Valentré bridge, the Cathedral of Saint-Etienne, the Palace of Jean XXII and the Chartreux fountain.

From Cahors to Bouzies, 31 km, 9 Lock(s), 5.9 h of navigation

Stopover : Cahors > Vers > Bouzies

Bouzies

Carved into the cliff near Bouzies you will find the Château des Anglais. This was in fact a point of interest for English pillagers during the Hundred Years War.

Cahors

Laroque-Des-Arcs

Founded in the 12th century, Laroque-des-Arcs, inhabited since Roman times, was established to protect the "arches" that carried water from the valley to the baths of Cahors. The remains of this Roman aqueduct are still visible at Pech de Clary (right bank), along with the ruins of the toll tower, which allowed local lords to collect fees from travelers using the river.

The Castle of the English

Looking closely at the cliffs, you can see the "Castle of the English," an 11th-century fortress carved into the limestone rock to protect villagers in case of attack. A little further up, perched on the heights, you will spot the Chapel of St. Roch.

The Chapel of Velles

A 15-minute walk west of Vers, explore the Chapel of Velles, a place where boatmen would stop to pray to the Virgin before their expeditions.

Saint Géry‑Vers

At the foot of the limestone cliffs of the Lot, Vers offers an authentic experience blending gastronomy, heritage, and wild nature. Explore the village, discover the castrum islet, the Chartreux Tower, and the Church of Notre-Dame de Velles. Cross the Vers stream, a paradise for anglers, with its waterfalls and water mills. A stop at the Auberge de la Truite Dorée will allow you to enjoy refined regional cuisine.

From Bouzies to Vers, 19 km, 5 Lock(s), 3.5 h of navigation

Stopover : Bouzies > St Cirq Lapopie > Bouzies > Vers

Bouzies

Carved into the cliff near Bouzies you will find the Château des Anglais. This was in fact a point of interest for English pillagers during the Hundred Years War.

the towpaths

Between Ganil and St Cirq Lapopie, the towpath is carved directly into the cliff. This impressive work dates back to 1847.

Saint-Cirq-Lapopie

Quite simply one of the most beautiful villages in France, with no less than 13 listed monuments. Perched on a cliff 100 meters above the Lot river, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie is one of the key sites of the Lot valley.

Château de Saint-Cirq-Lapopie

Start your visit at the Château of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, located on the village's main street. Explore its ruins, guest rooms, and enjoy the breathtaking view of the Lot River.

The Chapel of Velles

A 15-minute walk west of Vers, explore the Chapel of Velles, a place where boatmen would stop to pray to the Virgin before their expeditions.

Saint Géry‑Vers