Sarlat-la-Caneda: Market Day

Sarlat is a fantastic medieval town that is not only known for its gorgeous architecture but it's also known for having one of the biggest Saturday markets in France.  We stayed in a hotel just outside the town walls.  When we woke up on Saturday morning, it was as though a market had magically sprung up overnight around the hotel and all throughout the town.

We've been to lots of markets in the US and Europe, and this was one of the biggest and nicest we've seen.  Especially if you like cheese, truffles, or foie gras (all regional specialties).

Cheese, glorious cheese

The night before, Kevin had wondered what on earth was inside this building with the huge doors.  Surprise!  More market (and more people...).

Once you got away from the market stalls, it wasn't too difficult to escape the crowds, though.  There were a few quiet corners in town where you could catch your breath.

We loved the town of Sarlat and wished we'd booked another night (not surprisingly, most of the hotels were sold out for Saturday night).  Hopefully one day we'll have an opportunity to come back.