June 24th, 2010 | 
Author: Home to a range of stunning waterways and canals, a boating holiday is ideal solution for those wanting a French holiday with a twist.
The River Lot is one of the best locations appealing not just to boating novices, but also to those more experienced in sailing. The river, which meanders through some of the country’s most breathtaking countryside, offers visitors the chance to see a wide range of plants and bird species.
The village of St-Cirq Lapopie is highly recommended to prospective visitors, describing the area as ‘a real artist’s haven’, the village offers visitors a ‘chilled out hippie vibe’. An area well known for the honey coloured homes, Travel Bite recommend it as a great place to pick up local craft work.
Although the community offers a unique insight into the past traditions of France, travellers wanting to learn a little more, may benefit from sailing a little further along the river to the Pech-Merle Caves. Described as a ‘must see’ on a French boating holiday, the caves feature drawings from prehistoric times.
Whilst on boating on the River Lot, holiday makers should be sure to taste the local delicacies of foie gras and Cahors wine. The river has lots of places for holiday makers to stop off. The town of Arcambal sells the regions own brand of beer, known as Biere d’Olt and for those not attracted by the thought of beer, the region is renown for producing some of the world’s best truffles.
Regardless of where along the river path you decide to go and stop, a French boating holiday offers you a new way to explore the country’s beauty.
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