A slow week in the Dordogne Valley

A slow week in the Dordogne Valley is a 8-day family trip in Dordogne, France, staying in Sarlat-la-Canéda. It's built around Sarlat Saturday Market, Dordogne river canoe launch at La Roque-Gageac and Jardins de Marqueyssac. It's best in May, June, July, August and September.

Paddle gentle river stretches below medieval cliffs, explore morning food markets, and picnic under oak trees.

8 days · Dordogne, France · Slow Travel

Where you stay

  • Sarlat-la-Canéda — 7 nights

What it's built around

  • Sarlat Saturday Market
  • Dordogne river canoe launch at La Roque-Gageac
  • Jardins de Marqueyssac

Best in May, June, July, August and September.

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