The Dordogne Valley: Historic and Authentic
Laborie is located in the village of Meyronne at the heart of the famous Dordogne Valley region in the Lot, South-West France, a beautiful landscape of rolling hills, medieval villages and mighty châteaux. Defined by the river which gives the region its name, the Dordogne winds through magnificent countryside and historic heritage with an endless stream of activities in France's best preserved environment.
The Dordogne Valley boasts no less than 14 of the Most Beautiful Villages in France as well as the breathtaking ancient city of Rocamadour and the world-renowned historic town of Sarlat in the Périgord. What happens underground is equally breathtaking, from the prehistoric paintings of Lascaux to an unforgettable boat ride inside a cave at the Gouffre de Padirac, 103m below the surface.
A perfect location to explore the region
One of the main reasons guests choose the gîtes of Laborie is our central location.
From here, you can easily discover:
- Rocamadour (10 minutes), one of France’s most iconic cliffside villages
- Martel, a charming medieval town known for its markets and heritage
- Carennac, listed among the most beautiful villages in France
- The Dordogne River, just a short walk away, ideal for swimming, kayaking, or relaxing
You are also within easy reach of:
- Sarlat-la-Canéda (45 minutes)
- Collonges-la-Rouge (35 minutes)
This makes Laborie in Meyronne an ideal base for exploring all the beautiful sites of the Dordogne Valley.
TOP 10 PLACES TO SEE
Activities
As for outdoor activities, the choice is equally endless and very close-by:
- Canoeing and swimming in the Dordogne River, the purest in France and the only labelled as a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO - Just a few minutes walk from our cottages.
- Hiking on hundreds of marked trails, including the famous Way of Saint-James. Some start on our doorstep.
- Cycling (we can lend you some bikes)
- Golf, rock-climbing, pot-holing, hot-air ballooning…
FUN ACTIVITIES
Good Food
The best activity of all has to be a rewarding gourmet meal from one of the many delicious restaurants of the area. The rich culinary tradition of the Dordogne offers many gastronomic experiences ranging from Haute Cuisine to more traditional French food.
Make sure you try the Rocamadour goat's cheese, juicy melons and strawberries from Beaulieu, walnuts, Quercy lamb, asparagus, foie gras, truffles...
