Capdenac, France, France

Capdenac

France, France

Capdenac, often called Capdenac-le-Haut, is a historic hilltop village in the Lot department of the Occitanie region in southwestern France.

With about 1,050 residents, it overlooks a bend in the Lot River and is recognized as one of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France (The Most Beautiful Villages of France). The village has been inhabited since prehistoric times and is known for its medieval character, featuring ancient fortifications, a 13th-century tower, stone houses, ramparts, and narrow cobbled streets.

Its elevated position provides impressive views over the Lot Valley. Capdenac also has an important historical legacy from World War II. The nearby convent of Notre-Dame de Massip helped shelter dozens of Jewish children from persecution during the Holocaust. Today, Capdenac is appreciated for its rich heritage, scenic landscapes, and well-preserved medieval atmosphere, making it a popular destination for visitors exploring the Lot region.

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46100 Capdenac, France

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