Fun things to do in Saint-Cirq-Lapopie: 12 fun attractions and activities

(Translated by Google) Magical place resurrected thanks to militant action in favor of surrealism, the only surviving revolution of the 20th century. To visit to enrich to make known. Abuse of the House is advised. (Original) Lieu magique ressuscité grâce à une action militante en faveur du surréalisme, la seule révolution du 20ème siècle qui a survécu. À visiter à enrichir à faire connaître. L'abus de la Maison est conseillé.

(Translated by Google) A very nice surrealist exhibition space. André Breton's house is currently closed due to a fire, but the Rignaut house is well worth a visit with works by Pierre Prevost (joyful salvaged sculptures) and Ficht Tanner (multicolored embroideries). Treat yourself to a guided tour that will also take you on a stroll through the city and discover it in a different way! (Original) Très chouette espace d'exposition surréaliste. La maison d'André Breton est actuellement fermé pour cause d'incendie mais la maison Rignaut vaut largement le détour avec les œuvres de Pierre Prevost (joyeuses sculptures de récupération) et Ficht Tanner (broderies multicolores). Laissez-vous tenter par la visite guidée qui vous fera également déambuler dans la ville et la découvrir autrement !

(Translated by Google) A medieval house with a soul. Rich past. Authentic place. The memory of the artist. Free rein to the imagination and spirit of freedom. The most beautiful village in France on the bank of the Lot river, a stone's throw from the town of Cahors. Here time stops by magic. (Original) Une maison du moyen-âge qui a une âme. Riche passé. Lieu authentique. La mémoire de l'artiste. Libre court à l'imagination et esprit de liberté. Plus beau village de France sur la rive de la rivière Lot, à quelques encablures de la ville de Cahors. Ici le temps s'arrête par magie.

(Translated by Google) Pretty old house of André le Breton in the heart of St Cirq la Popie which spoils nothing for the pleasure of the eyes. (Original) Jolie maison ancienne d'André le breton au coeur de st cirq la popie qui ne gâche rien aux plaisir des yeux.

(Translated by Google) Magnificent exhibition and superb scenography! Well done ! Only small downside possibly... no signage to visit the other exhibition places when you don't know the village, it's complicated... Have a good life at the Museum! (Original) Magnifique exposition et superbe scénographie ! Bravo ! Seul petit bémol éventuellement… pas de fléchage pour visiter les autres lieux d’exposition de lorsqu’on ne connaît pas le village, c’est compliqué… Belle vie au Musée !

(Translated by Google) A must-see during your vacation. A true oasis. (Original) A visiter pendant vos congés. Un véritable oasis.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place, run by people passionate about history. (Original) Belíssimo lugar, administrado por pessoas apaixonadas pela história.

We did the 22km "parcours" along the Célé ... 2 double kayaks and 1 simple kayak. The Kalapca folks were efficient and professional. All instructions were clear and the material was in good condition. It took us a total of a little less than 6 hours (with a big pause for lunch and a leisurely speed the last 4 km). The Célé valley is GORGEOUS, and the views from the river are really the best! The water was a bit shallow in spots and we had to walk the kayak about a meter once along the route. We hope there is a bit of rain in the near future! We had a great day ... the weather was perfect. It was a needed break with family out of our busy schedule.

I took my two children (14 and 12) to do this and they absolutely loved it. They’d both done quite a bit of indoor climbing before so were comfortable with the kit and heights. It would be much harder on a very hot day as it’s quite exposed. The guide was excellent and very clear, calm, and encouraging.

Very nice introduction into caving and a totally different fun and exciting way to experience the underground. Don't compare it to your average tourist cave visit and if this is your thing, I would highly recommend it!

Really enjoyed our experience. Pierre is really experienced and fun person!

We had a great canyoning trip, mostly due to our great guide and beautiful location 🌿 it was an especially hot day (40c) but the water was very cool and the wetsuit kept us comfortable for the rest of the trip.

We went yesterday to take rock climbing class. We were fortunate to get Guillaume as an instructor. There were all levels of experience and he took each one of us and made sure that we were confident and competent enough for some serious rock climbing courses. We had a fantastic time and learned a lot. Thank you Guillaume!

Absolute beauty nature, well green and breath taken panoramic views. Calm, cool and beautiful

(Translated by Google) Very nice to see with a beautiful view of St Cirq la Popie (Original) Très sympa a voir avec unebelle vue sur St cirq la popie

(Translated by Google) An absolutely unmissable place! The Saint-Cirq-Lapopie lock offers an exceptional view of the Lot River, whose clear waters wind at the foot of the cliffs. Here you can enjoy a unique panorama: on one side, the peaceful and green nature, on the other, the village of Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, perched like a real postcard. The walk around the lock is pleasant and relaxing, perfect for admiring the boats passing by and taking superb photos. A little gem of Quercy, not to be missed! (Original) Un endroit absolument incontournable ! L’écluse de Saint-Cirq-Lapopie offre un point de vue exceptionnel sur la rivière Lot, dont les eaux claires serpentent au pied des falaises. On profite ici d’un panorama unique : d’un côté, la nature paisible et verdoyante, de l’autre, le village de Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, perché comme une véritable carte postale. La balade autour de l’écluse est agréable et reposante, parfaite pour admirer le passage des bateaux et prendre de superbes photos. Un petit bijou du Quercy, à ne pas manquer !

(Translated by Google) Fully functional lock, very easy to use, even for the uninitiated. Furthermore, a lock keeper is in charge of this lock and is responsible in particular for regulating traffic (passage of certain priority boats, etc.). Very interesting visit to learn more about the old means of transport in the region! (Original) Écluse tout à fait fonctionnelle, très facile à manier, même pour les non-initiés. Par ailleurs, un éclusier est en charge de cette écluse et s’occupe notamment de réguler la circulation (passage de certains bateaux prioritaires etc). Visite très intéressante pour en apprendre plus sur les anciens moyens de transport dans la région !

(Translated by Google) It’s a great place for hiking and viewing. Cars should be able to park directly in the open space nearby! (Original) 健行，觀景的好地點，汽車應該可以直接停在這附近的空地！

(Translated by Google) Nice place, worth the climb. (Original) Leuk plaatsje, de moeite waard om de klim te maken.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful small French town in the midday region. The houses look like something out of a fairy tale. From the top there are excellent views of the valley and river. It is very touristy, so the car is left downstairs, the streets are very steep and narrow. (Original) Precioso y pequeño pueblo francés en la región del medio día. Las casitas parecen salidas de un cuento de hadas. Desde arriba hay unas excelentes vistas al valle,y río . Es muy turístico,así q el coche se deja abajo, las calles son muy empinadas y estrechas.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful tourist spot, beautiful views, good restaurants (Original) Lieu touristique magnifique belles vues bon restaurants

(Translated by Google) Nice little museum with some paintings, sculptures and old furniture, the artist has a particular style. The garden is charming and offers a beautiful view of the village and the surrounding area. The pebble floor with different patterns looks quite nice. Two deckchairs are placed facing the green valley, enough to sit down for a few moments just to enjoy the view. Very kind lady at reception. Price of the visit: €2 (Original) Joli petit musée avec quelques tableaux, des sculptures et des meubles anciens, l'artiste a un style particulier. Le jardin est charmant et offre une belle vue sur le village et les alentours. Le sol en galets avec différents motifs est assez joli. Deux transats sont disposés face à la vallée verdoyante, de quoi se poser quelques instants juste pour savourer la vue. Dame à l'accueil très gentille. Prix de la visite : 2€

(Translated by Google) Definitely worth the visit if only for the gardens. Magnificent sculpted stones and above all splendid view of the Lot valley. The indoor exhibitions are not impressive but given the price of the visit (2€ and reduced rate 1€) it is well worth it just for the gardens. Thank you to the department which manages this museum and gives us access to this very beautiful house in this beautiful village! (Original) Vaut vraiment la visite ne serait-ce que pour les jardins. Magnifiques pierres sculptés et surtout splendide vue sur la vallée du lot. Les expos intérieures ne sont pas impressionnante mais vu le prix de la visite (2€ et tarif réduit 1€) cela vaut largement le coup rien que pour les jardins. Merci au département qui gère ce musée et nous donne accès à cette très belle maison de ce si beau village !

(Translated by Google) The Rignault museum is a haven of gentleness and tranquility of rare refinement. Its hortus closus and its hortus pensilis are places open to contemplation and serenity. Moreover, from her airlock, the Lady who welcomes you demonstrates a rare affability and precision, attentive to respect and the place over which she watches over and her guests. It is a place, you will understand, to cherish and to know how to visit when you are in Saint-Cirq La Popie. There is no doubt that the Breton house will, once restored, create a beautiful complicity and complementarity with the place. (Original) Le musée Rignault est un havre de douceur et de tranquillité d'un raffinement rare. Son hortus closus et son hortus pensilis sont des lieux ouverts à la contemplation et à la sérénité. D'ailleurs, dès son sas, la Dame qui vous accueille témoigne d'une affabilité et d'une précision rares, soucieuses du respect et du lieu sur lequel elle veille et de ses hôtes. C'est un endroit, vous le comprendrez, à chérir et à savoir visiter quand vous êtes à Saint-Cirq La Popie. Nul doute que la maison Breton saura, une fois restaurée, instruire une belle complicité et complémentarité avec le lieu .

(Translated by Google) not visitable during this period, too bad (Original) non visitable en cette période dommage

(Translated by Google) Excellent welcome for this charming museum, very rich in the artists who stayed in the village. (Original) Excellent accueil pour ce charmant musée très riche sur les artistes ayant séjournés dans le village.

(Translated by Google) Very pretty place to visit without moderation with family lovers or alone you will have a great time (Original) Très jolie endroit a visité sans modération en famille amoureux ou en solo vous passerez un super moment

(Translated by Google) Small but the works are nice and the building is beautiful. (Original) Petit mais les œuvres sont sympas et le bâtiment est beau.

Excellent location, with access to a lovely, grassy river plage. Pitches are v well shaded and decent sized. I disagree with previous reviews about lots of flies. Facilities are clean, BUT PLEASE can the campsite be less stingy on the toilet roll and hot water!! Toilet roll ran out by lunchtime every day.

Be careful if using the online booking system. I got an error message and had to start again. This resulted in being charged €69 twice for two nights. Despite being assured a refund had been arranged, I am still waiting for it to appear on my credit card. Very good spot to walk in to the beautiful village of St Cirq Lapopie. Small public beach on the River Lot. Shady, woodland pitches. Amazing butterflies in June. Very quiet outside July/August, as long as you are away from the beach cafe which plays background music all day. Daily bread etc and be ordered and is delivered warm to your pitch at 7.30am!

We had a similar experience to the previous review in that we were charged twice. Fortunately our pre-load card would not accept a refund and because we had all the receipts on record we managed to get a cash refund, so, again beware. As regards the site, it was very dark and overgrown with many trees, wet weather made the sanitaires muddy, though to be fair, the cleaning lady did her best. The restaurant at the entrance to the site was not open and looked as if it hadn't been for a while but the "beach bar/snack bar" looked very inviting. Would we go again? I don't think so!

Nice campsite, though with rather outdated sanitary facilities and quite a hike to go to the village on foot (and back in the dark). We did enjoy the fresh croissants delivered right to our car in the morning (on order).

Ive been literally shat on by the owner asking if I could charge my e scooter at their place, noting that I was a client. I don't mind being told no but there is a way to do it.. also noting that my ebike wouldve taken 1% of the energy taken bybthe empty scene in photo attached. puke emoji. Stay at the public campground next door and eat in town. Edit: after the owner read the post above, he came and slapped me in the face. I'll lodge a complaint at the police station tomorrow

Fantastic camping. Perfect balance between fun and peaceful. Lovely owners, great staff. We definitely want to come back with our extended family.

Arrived just 30 mins early and was abruptly turned away by quite a rude lady. Great location but would not return. Most if not all pitches are under trees which meant the flies were unbearable. And the pigeons happily shower your awning with berry coloured poop which leaves immovable stains. But bigger problem is that all but 2 of the pitches had little grass growth so, when it rains, the pitches turn into mud baths. We left a day early without refund as we'd had enough. A poor site trading on its fab location next to Saint Cirq-Lapopie. My tip is to stay on the plentiful Aires pitches next door, some right on the river bank itself, for just €12 for 24hrs. Better pitches, better views.

Stunning views from cliffs to valleys. Worth the visit.

(Translated by Google) Located near the road and the bandit trail, this observation point offers a panoramic view of the cirque and a simple yet informative way to navigate the geological formations. It would be a shame not to take ten minutes to enjoy it. (Original) Tout près de la route et du chemin des brigands, ce point d’observation permet d’admirer le cirque mais aussi de se repérer parmi les formations géologiques grâce à un cartel simple et très pédagogique. Ce serait vraiment dommage de ne pas prendre dix minutes pour en profiter.

(Translated by Google) I had the chance to visit Saint-Cirq-Lapopie recently, and I must say it's a true gem nestled in the heart of the Lot Valley. This village, listed among the most beautiful in France, far exceeded my expectations. From the moment I arrived, I was captivated by the peaceful atmosphere and medieval charm emanating from every street. The stone houses, red-tiled roofs, and small artisan shops give the impression of stepping back in time. The view from the belvedere is absolutely spectacular. It overlooks the entire valley, with the Lot River winding below, surrounded by cliffs. It's a perfect spot for taking photos or simply admiring nature in absolute tranquility. I also greatly appreciated the warm welcome from the shopkeepers and restaurateurs. I enjoyed an excellent local meal on the terrace, overlooking a breathtaking panorama. Whether you're a history buff, a nature enthusiast, or simply in search of beauty and tranquility, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie is a must-see destination. It's a real favorite, and I highly recommend a visit. You won't regret it! (Original) J’ai eu la chance de visiter Saint-Cirq-Lapopie récemment, et je dois dire que c’est une véritable pépite nichée au cœur de la vallée du Lot. Ce village, classé parmi les plus beaux de France, a largement dépassé mes attentes. Dès mon arrivée, j’ai été séduit par l’atmosphère paisible et le charme médiéval qui se dégage de chaque ruelle. Les maisons en pierre, les toits de tuiles rouges et les petites boutiques artisanales donnent l’impression de faire un bond dans le temps. La vue depuis le belvédère est absolument spectaculaire. On domine toute la vallée, avec la rivière Lot qui serpente en contrebas, entourée de falaises. C’est un endroit parfait pour prendre des photos ou simplement admirer la nature dans un calme absolu. J’ai aussi beaucoup apprécié l’accueil chaleureux des commerçants et des restaurateurs. J’ai dégusté un excellent repas local en terrasse, face à un panorama à couper le souffle. Que vous soyez amateur d’histoire, passionné de nature ou simplement en quête de beauté et de tranquillité, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie est une destination incontournable. C’est un véritable coup de cœur, et je recommande vivement d’y faire un détour. Vous ne le regretterez pas !

(Translated by Google) The viewpoint in Saint-Cirq-Lapopie is a real highlight! The view of the hilltop village and the river below is breathtaking. A calm and peaceful spot, perfect for relaxing, taking photos, and simply enjoying the moment. A must-see if you're in the area! (Original) Le point de vue à Saint-Cirq-Lapopie est un vrai coup de cœur ! La vue sur le village perché et la rivière en contrebas est à couper le souffle. Un endroit calme et paisible, parfait pour se poser, prendre des photos et profiter simplement du moment. Un incontournable si vous passez dans le coin !

(Translated by Google) Beautiful view. Visited following an ad for the "Pépite de France" app, and indeed, the village is ranked as one of the most beautiful in France. But I missed the countless restaurants; that's practically all there is to it... Feels like a museum town. 7th for the parking lot, we stayed for an hour. (Original) Jolie vue. Visitez suite à une pub de l'application ''pépite de France'' et en effet, le village est classé comme l'un des plus beau de France. Mais j'ai regretté le nombre incalculable de restaurants, il n'y a que de ça quasiment... Sentiment de ville musée. 7e le parking, on est resté 1h.

(Translated by Google) Just in time to photograph a beautiful sunset on a summer evening (Original) Net op tijd voor mooie zonsondergang ondergang te fotograferen op een zomerse avond

(Translated by Google) Nothing extraordinary. A few fields of plastic tarps. (Original) Rien d'extraordinaire. Quelques champs des bâche plastique.

We started our walk from the town of Bouziès and followed the Chemin de Halage all the way to Saint-Cirq-Lapopie. The scenery along the way was absolutely beautiful—towering cliffs, and picturesque bridges. A truly beautiful and peaceful trail, perfect for enjoying the natural beauty of the Lot Valley.

Nice, easy and very picturesque trial along Lot River

Nice trail

Glad we found this place it was very picturesque. Those with walking problems should be aware that the pathways are very uneven and slippery.

Lovely trail along the river

(Translated by Google) A pleasant walk along the banks of the Lot with beautiful scenery. Very accessible for families. However, you have to accept the crowds, which is a slight drawback, especially if you're looking for peace and quiet (my photos aren't representative because I deliberately waited to have as few people as possible). (Original) Ballade sympathique en bord de lot avec de beaux paysages. Très accessible en famille. Par contre, faut accepter le monde, c’est le petit inconvénient surtout si vous cherchez la tranquillité (mes photos ne sont pas représentatives car j’ai volontairement attendus pour avoir le moins de monde possible).

Nice viewpoint for this beautiful town

Stunning views , worth getting up early to view the cloud inversion 😎

Beautiful medieval town in France. It worth a visit

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful view of the Lot valley from the castle, at the top of the village of Saint-Cirq Lapopie. Frame to be able to have a photo taken in front of the superb view (very “instagrammable”). Viewpoint particularly popular with tourists in summer but still worth the detour. For those fleeing the world, many other points of view are available a little further down. (Original) Très beau point de vue sur la vallée du Lot depuis le château, au sommet du village de Saint-Cirq Lapopie. Cadre pour pouvoir être pris en photo devant la superbe vue (très « instagrammable »). Point de vue particulièrement prisé des touristes l’été mais qui vaut tout de même le détour. Pour ceux qui fuit le monde, beaucoup d’autres points de vue sont disponibles un peu plus bas.

(Translated by Google) Magnificent village, perched on the banks of the Lot. Quite a climb, you have to hold on tight to climb to the viewpoint, but it's worth it as the view is magnificent, both over the Lot and the village. (Original) Magnifique village, perché au bord du Lot. Beaucoup de dénivelé, il faut s’accrocher pour grimper au point de vue mais ça en vaut la peine tant la vue est magnifique, tant sur le Lot que sur le village

(Translated by Google) Incredible view of the Lot valley from the heights of St Cirq Lapopie! (Original) Vue incroyable de la vallée du Lot depuis les hauteurs de St Cirq Lapopie!

(Translated by Google) Great view overlooking a beautiful picturesque village filled with souvenir and craft shops that are worth a visit (Original) Super vue surplombant un magnifique village pittoresques rempli de boutiques souvenirs et artisanales qui valent le détour

(Translated by Google) The store is now permanently closed (as of July 2025) (Original) Das Geschäft ist mittlerweile dauerhaft geschlossen (Stand Juli 2025)

(Translated by Google) We thought we would find a large museum, but it is the charming Saint Cirquoise who runs the shop which alone is an inexhaustible source of knowledge and advice!! We were won over by his good humor and came away with lots of culinary ideas in mind! Many thanks!! (Original) Nous pensions trouver un grand musée, mais c'est la charmante Saint Cirquoise qui tient la boutique qui a elle seule, est une source inépuisable de savoir et de conseils!! Nous avons été concquises par sa bonne humeur et sommes ressorties avec plein d'idees culinaires en tête! Un grand merci!!

(Translated by Google) A place that serves as both an office and a shop for local organic farming products and an exhibition on saffron. The exhibition introduces saffron very well and the explanations and advice from the manager are interesting. We even perceive a certain passion on the part of the manager towards saffron. (Original) Un lieu qui fait à la fois office et boutique de produits locaux de l'agriculture bio et d'exposition sur le safran. L'exposition fait très bien découvrir le safran et les explications et conseils de la gérante sont intéressantes. On perçoit même une certaine passion de la part de la gérante envers le safran.

(Translated by Google) Very warm welcome, very good local products!!! Go for it . (Original) Très bon accueil , très bon produits locaux !!! allez- y .

(Translated by Google) Great, we bought the saffron syrup, for your kirs it's really good. Very friendly welcome. You have to visit behind the tourist office. (Original) Super,on a acheté le sirop de safran ,pour vos kirs c'est super bon. Accueil très sympathique. Il faut visiter derrière office tourisme.

(Translated by Google) Great store. The saleswoman gave us lots of explanations, advice and the products are quality. (Original) Super magasin. La vendeuse nous a donné plein d explication, de conseils et les produits sont de qualité.

(Translated by Google) Excellent welcome, a selection of quality local products and valuable and very clear explanations for optimal use of the products, particularly saffron. (Original) Excellent accueil, une sélection de produits locaux de qualité et des explications précieuses et très claires pour une utilisation optimale des produits et notamment du safran.

(Translated by Google) Nice place to discover old games but small problem some parts were missing. Pleasant time to spend with the children. We loved taking a photo dressed in period clothing, a very nice souvenir to bring back. (Original) Lieu sympathique pour découvrir des jeux anciens mais petit hic il manquait certaines pièces. Moment agréable à passer avec les enfants. Nous avons adoré faire une photo habillé avec des vêtements d'époque, souvenir très sympa à rapporter.

(Translated by Google) Very brutal reception: not having noticed the indication on the open door that the place was paying, we jumped on our wallet before informing us, which did not make us want to go any further. Aggressive and unpleasant owner. 😨 (Original) Accueil très brutal : n'ayant pas repéré l indication sur la porte ouverte que le lieu était payant, on a sauté sur notre porte monaie avant de nous informer, ce qui ne nous a pas donné envie d aller plus loin. propriétaire agressive et désagréable. 😨

(Translated by Google) With the whole family we had a great time sharing it's incredible games, it feels good (Original) Avec toute la famille nous avons passé un moment génial à partager c'est jeux incroyables, cela fais du bien

(Translated by Google) It's a very good place with a lot to see and you can even play (Original) Nagyon jó hely sok làtnivalo van és még jàtszani is lehet

(Translated by Google) Very pretty. (Original) Très jolie.