Loubressac

Visit Loubressac, Midi-Pyrenees

Loubressac is 15km north-east of Gramat, towards the northern border of the Lot department and is classified as one of the 'most beautiful villages of France'. It is a very pretty village set on a rocky outcrop surrounded by woods and open fields.

Exploring Loubressac

Loubressac is one of those rare villages that are still able to evoke another time and place, and should not be missed if you are in the region. It is a magical village to explore and enjoy, and although small the trip is highly recommended.

The village itself has a nice chateau (not open to the public) and a 12th century fortified church (modified in the 16th century) in the village centre, and many lovely medieval buildings made of the local white-honey coloured stone, with fine rooves in old tiles and decorative balconies, facing onto the narrow streets and the central square.

Another highlight of the village is the fantastic views in almost all directions, across the valleys of the Dordogne, the Cere and the Bave rivers, and to various distant chateaux. It is best to visit on a clear day if possible.

In addition to being a 'most beautiful village', Loubressac is also classified as a 'village fleuri' (village in bloom) for its colourful floral displays.

Local highlights

There are several other classified 'beautiful villages' nearby including Carennac, Autoire, Curemonte and Turenne.

A visit to the caves at Padirac (gouffres de Padirac) is also an experience not to be missed and the world renowned pilgrimage destination of Rocamadour is only a little further from Loubressac.

Photos of Loubressac (click any picture to start the gallery)

Tourist classifications for Loubressac: Village in bloom (ville fleurie) 2*; One of the most beautiful village in France (plus beau villages);

Suggested places to visit near Loubressac, France

Distances shown are direct, driving distances will be greater.

More suggestions: Carennac 8km; Gramat 12km; Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne 12km; Curemonte 15km; Rocamadour 17km; Martel 17km; Lacapelle-Marival 18km; Assier Chateau 23km; Collonges-la-Rouge 24km; Souillac 26km; Cardaillac 26km; Turenne 27km; Argentat 27km; Gourdon (Lot) 34km; Figeac 35km; Maurs 36km;

See these places and more on a map at places near Loubressac

Loubressac tourism: sights and attractions nearby

Gouffre de Padirac - site of natural beauty (5km) : Eglise de Saint Pierre (Carennac) - religious monument (8km) : Abbaye Sainte Marie (Souillac) - religious monument (26km) : Gouffre de la Fage - site of natural beauty (34km) : Causses du Quercy - regional natural parc (35km) : Jardins du Manoir d'Eyrignac - remarkable garden (40km) : Cathédrale Saint-Sardos (Sarlat) - religious monument (46km) : Jardins du château de Caudon - remarkable garden (47km) :

French version: see Loubressac (Francais)