Sarlat-la-Canéda and the Dordogne Valley: the essentials by campervan

Wander through this maze of medieval lanes lined with half-timbered houses, ranked among France’s most beautiful. The Saturday morning market, under the 19th-century covered halls, is a feast for the senses.

Step back into Prehistory with Lascaux IV, a faithful replica of the original cave, where the rock paintings date back 18,000 years. A journey through time just 20 minutes from Sarlat, with a campervan-friendly car park.

Perched on a cliff overlooking the Dordogne, this 12th-century fortress offers stunning views of the valley. Explore its vaulted rooms and ramparts, then watch the sunset from the car park below.

Listed among France’s most beautiful villages, this cliffside gem can be explored on foot from the riverside car park. Its golden-stone houses and medieval port make it a magical stop.

Overlooking the Dordogne, these 19th-century romantic gardens combine boxwood topiary, belvederes and cascading greenery. An idyllic setting for a picnic, with a dedicated car park for large vehicles.

Embark on a unique underground adventure in Europe: explore galleries and subterranean lakes by boat and on foot. The site, an hour from Sarlat, has a large campervan car park.