Imagine a deep gorge with impressive white cliffs splashed with the green of trees, and you'll have an idea of Autoire.
Here, between Gramat and St. Céré, on the sun-warmed causse, Autoire's houses form a cascade of brown roofs and light-coloured façades down the hillside. In this harmonious blend of colours, you find a fountain, half-timbered houses, and elegant gentlemen's residences flanked by small towers.
Under the protection of the Viscounts of Turenne for centuries, Autoire has a serene atmosphere firmly implanted over its eight hundred years of existence. Because manor houses and small châteaux were built here, the village was nicknamed « Petit Versailles » and has been awarded the status of «one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France ».
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The Lot's character is formed by its 'causses' (limestone plateaux) through which the Lot, Dordogne and Célé valleys have carved their way. It is studded with major tourist attractions and beautiful villages such as Rocamadour, Cahors, Figeac and Saint Cirq Lapopie…. Man and Nature have both left their imprint on the Pech Merle cave and Padirac Chasm. When you're rambling or cycling, the unspoiled, authentic nature of the Lot is plain to see. Home to excellent local produce and fine food and wines, the Lot has many treats to offer your taste buds, including truffles, foie gras, lamb and melons from Quercy, and Cahors Malbec Wine.
