Villeneuve-sur-Lot (pop. 22,801), in the Middle Ages one of the most important towns in the region, has preserved two town gates dating from that period. The bridge over the Lot was built by the English in the 13th century.
Fontirou Cave began forming over 30 million years ago. It was discovered accidentally in 1905, when a cow stepped into a natural chimney. Although the cave is quite small, the seven rooms currently open to visitors include all kinds of colored stalactites. There is also a paleontological collection on display.
The cave is 300 meters from the Fontirou Prehistoric Park.
Address: Grotte de Fontirou, RN 21, F-47340 Castella, France
The Lastournelle Caves are said to have been created over 25 million years ago, when the Aquitaine plateau was being formed. They were discovered in the 19th century by a well-sinker, but the entrance was not found until 1955. Two years later, the caves were opened to the public.
They are made up of seven rooms, including the pillar room, named after its long stalactites and stalagmites.
The caves are located in Lot-et-Garonne, between Agen and Velleneuve-sur-Lot.
Address: Les Grottes de Lastournelle, F-47300 Sainte-Colombe-de-Villeneuve, France
Hours:
June 1 to June 30: 10am-12pm, 2pm-7pm; Closed: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
July 1 to August 31: 10am-12pm, 2pm-7pm; Closed: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Tips: Also open in winter by appointment.
Disability Access: Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
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