Saint-Côme-d'Olt Plus Beaux Village de France® (Most Beautiful Village in France)

Made of limestone or river pebbles, its Renaissance residences evoke the past power of the Barons of Calmont d’Olt. As you wander through the narrow streets, you’ll come across some surprising hull-shaped roofs. Typical of the Lot Valley, they are shaped like the hulls of overturned boats. Take one of the three gates leading into the circular enclosure. They will invariably lead you to the heart of the church, to admire its singular bell tower.

It’s enough to make you roll your eyes and spiral with astonishment!

From the bridge over the river, the village of Saint-Côme d’Olt offers one of its most beautiful pauses. As an extension of its pretty golden facades, the gardens seem to hang in the air. Why not take a stroll down to the river banks and enjoy the serenity?

The Lot offers a wide range of water activities.

A not-to-be-missed event at the end of May, the Transhumance, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the legacy of Aubrac’s long pastoral history. Attending this festival promises to be a unique experience, immersing you in local culture through age-old traditions and know-how. It’s at this time of year that the herds leave the Lot Valley for theAubrac summer pastures. There, they spend the summer grazing on flowers and grasses to give their milk flavor and strength to their young.