What's on the surface is only half the story in Domme. This historic hill town sits on a high crag that's carved through by some of the most fascinating caves in all of France. They're known as La Grotte de Domme and shoot for 100s of metres through the rocks below the streets. Delve inside those and you'll soon be gawping at colossal stalactites and contorted mineral formations, witnessing curious underground lakes and stooping low into hidden caverns and tunnels. It's one for the whole family.
Don't pack the itinerary too tight. Domme's days of fending off English invaders are long gone, which means it's now really all about taking things easy and enjoying the layers of history that the old bastide has to offer. If you've managed to bag yourself one of the enchanting Domme holiday rentals in the heart of the town, you can hop between traditional bistros and wine bars, munching on escargot and truffle-infused stews in the shadow of medieval gatehouses. Others might have a pad in the surrounding countryside, opening up long hikes along the Dordogne, canoeing or horse riding.
The perfect time to come to Domme depends on what it is you want to do. If you're eager to bag a luxury Domme holiday rental with a pool and just laze under the rays of southern France, it's certainly best to book for the summer – anytime between June and August should be perfect. If you're more into sightseeing and touring deep caves, cycling along the Dordogne and adventuring in the surrounding hill towns, months like May and September in the spring and autumn could be better alternatives – they aren't so hot and attract fewer fellow visitors.
Wide vistas of verdant farmland and vineyard spread out from the miradors of Domme. An old bastide town, this one's famed for its high perch on a rocky bluff – a natural fortress built from stone. Domme has some nuances up its sleeve though. Its peak is carved through by endless cave systems and grottoes, all now open to the public. Down in the valley below is the beautiful Dordogne River. Walks and canoe trips along that reveal some seriously pastoral landscapes of meadows and rolling hills.
The nearest airport is in Brive-la-Gaillarde (BVE-Brive - Vallee de la Dordogne), located 26.3 mi (42.3 km) from the city centre.
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