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Sarlat-la-Canéda

France

In the Dordogne Valley of southwestern France, Sarlat is the capital of the Périgord Noir with a perfectly preserved medieval old town. The Saturday markets with foie gras, truffles, and walnuts are a feast for gourmets.

What awaits you

City tripMuseumsLocal cuisineWalkable

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 29°C with 13h of sunshine per day.

Insider tip: March — a pleasant 15°C with fewer visitors.

Cooler winters (10°C). Best visited in July–August.

Max. temperature
9°
Jan
12°
Feb
15°
Mar
17°
Apr
21°
May
26°
Jun
28°
Jul
29°
Aug
24°
Sep
22°
Oct
15°
Nov
10°
Dec
Sunshine hours
4h
Jan
6h
Feb
7h
Mar
8h
Apr
11h
May
11h
Jun
13h
Jul
11h
Aug
9h
Sep
7h
Oct
5h
Nov
4h
Dec
Rain days
10d
Jan
8d
Feb
14d
Mar
13d
Apr
14d
May
14d
Jun
6d
Jul
7d
Aug
12d
Sep
11d
Oct
13d
Nov
12d
Dec

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Sarlat-la-Canéda as a Vacation Destination

Sarlat-la-Canéda is an excellent choice for city breaks. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 29°C.

The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, excellent local cuisine.

Good to know

Price level
€€
Local languages
FR
Camping
Tent & caravan