{"id":7103,"date":"2015-04-02T10:48:58","date_gmt":"2015-04-02T09:48:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/?p=7103"},"modified":"2015-04-02T10:54:50","modified_gmt":"2015-04-02T09:54:50","slug":"family-friendly-holidays-in-the-lot-region-france","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/family-friendly-holidays-in-the-lot-region-france\/","title":{"rendered":"Family friendly holidays in the Lot region &#8211; France"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Lot in south-west France offers a broad array of sights and <strong>activities for intrepid families<\/strong> looking for\u00a0an adventurous holiday abroad. The region features beautiful landscapes, ancient caves, enchanting\u00a0forests, magical castles and ruins set near idyllic towns and villages. If you are planning on <strong>traveling\u00a0to the Lot region with your children<\/strong>, there are plenty of family friendly things to do that will appeal\u00a0to all ages.<\/p>\n<h3>Ch\u00e2teau de Bonaguil<\/h3>\n<p>This spectacular looking castle dating back to the 13th century will surely inspire the imaginations of\u00a0your children. Built on a high rocky spur between two rivers, <a href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ch%C3%A2teau_de_Bonaguil\" target=\"_blank\">Ch\u00e2teau de Bonaguil<\/a> is the last of the\u00a0great fortified castles to be constructed in France. If you are planning your <strong>visit to the Lot region<\/strong> in\u00a0July, be sure to visit Bonaguil at night-time to watch the impressive fireworks displays over the\u00a0castle.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7108\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7108\" class=\"wp-image-7108 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/chateau-de-bonaguil-620x350.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"620\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/chateau-de-bonaguil.jpg 620w, https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/chateau-de-bonaguil-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7108\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.chateau-bonaguil.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.chateau-bonaguil.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Grotte de Lastournelle<\/h3>\n<p>For a journey into <strong>the ancient underworld of Lot<\/strong>, a visit to Grotte de Lastournelle is a must see.\u00a0These natural caves feature seven \u201crooms\u201d created by the flow of a river dating back 25 million\u00a0years. Near the cave entrance families can enjoy the picnic area, bar and children\u2019s games.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7111\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7111\" class=\"wp-image-7111 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/grotte-de-lastournelle-620x350.jpg\" alt=\"Grotte de Lastournelle\" width=\"620\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/grotte-de-lastournelle.jpg 620w, https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/grotte-de-lastournelle-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7111\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.grotte-de-lastournelle.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.grotte-de-lastournelle.fr\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Cap Nature Parc de Loisirs<\/h3>\n<p>The Cap nature park provides fun, outdoor activities for all the family, suitable for ages 3 and\u00a0upwards. The site includes aerial acrobatic courses and an enormous 6000m2 area for playing\u00a0paintball.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7107\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7107\" class=\"wp-image-7107 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/cap-nature-620x350.jpg\" alt=\"Cap Nature\" width=\"620\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/cap-nature.jpg 620w, https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/cap-nature-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7107\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.capnature.eu\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.capnature.eu\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Latour-Marliac<\/h3>\n<p>Featuring 6 acres of scenic gardens, ponds and natural spring, Latour-Marliac is an ideal spot to\u00a0enjoy nature and horticulture at its best. Entry to the botanical gardens is priced very reasonably for\u00a0kids at just 3.50 \u20ac and includes a children\u2019s activity book.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7113\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7113\" class=\"wp-image-7113 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/latour-marliac-620x350.jpg\" alt=\"Latour-Marliac\" width=\"620\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/latour-marliac.jpg 620w, https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/latour-marliac-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7113\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.latour-marliac.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.latour-marliac.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Les Croisi\u00e8res F\u00e9nelon<\/h3>\n<p>Enjoy the <strong>beautiful scenery of the Lot region<\/strong> by boat, with day cruises to Saint Cirq Lapopie or past\u00a0the Cahors vineyards. Full day cruises are available with meals and drinks available on board.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7109\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7109\" class=\"wp-image-7109 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/croisieres-fenelon-620x350.jpg\" alt=\"Croisieres Fenelon\" width=\"620\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/croisieres-fenelon.jpg 620w, https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/croisieres-fenelon-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7109\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bateau-cahors.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.bateau-cahors.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Pech Merle<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Pech_Merle\" target=\"_blank\">Pech Merle<\/a> pre-history centre is situated about a 35 minute journey from Cahors. The site features a\u00a0network of caves adorned with pre-historic wall paintings offering a fascinating insight into human\u00a0life before civilisation began. The centre provides educational workshops for both children and\u00a0adults.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7114\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7114\" class=\"wp-image-7114 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/pech-merle-620x350.jpg\" alt=\"Pech Merle\" width=\"620\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/pech-merle.jpg 620w, https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/pech-merle-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7114\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pechmerle.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.pechmerle.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<h3>La Foret des Singes<\/h3>\n<p>Kids will love meeting the free living monkeys at La Foret des Singes. Situated in a large, beautiful\u00a0park near Rocamadour, it is surprising how close you can get to meeting the monkeys and observing\u00a0how they live without barriers. The animals have complete freedom to roam and spaces to hide if\u00a0they do not want to be seen by the public.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7110\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7110\" class=\"wp-image-7110 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/foret-des-singes-620x350.jpg\" alt=\"Foret des Singes\" width=\"620\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/foret-des-singes.jpg 620w, https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/foret-des-singes-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7110\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit &#8211; http:\/\/www.la-foret-des-singes.com\/<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Le Petit Train de Rocamadour<\/h3>\n<p>Younger children will enjoy the train ride through this mediaeval town, with return journeys\u00a0departing every 15 minutes. The trip takes 30 minutes and includes commentary on Rocamadour&#8217;s\u00a0history.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7115\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7115\" class=\"wp-image-7115 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/petit-train-de-rocamadour-620x350.jpg\" alt=\"Petit Train de Rocamadour\" width=\"620\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/petit-train-de-rocamadour.jpg 620w, https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/petit-train-de-rocamadour-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7115\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lepetittrainderocamadour.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.lepetittrainderocamadour.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Les Bains de Casteljaloux<\/h3>\n<p>This spa and swimming complex offers great relaxation for adults and fun, waterside activities for\u00a0the kids. Facilities include sauna, steam rooms, Jacuzzi and Japanese bath. There\u2019s also a heated\u00a0indoor pool if you are unlucky to visit on one of the region\u2019s less sunny days.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7106\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7106\" class=\"wp-image-7106 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/bains-de-casteljaloux-620x350.jpg\" alt=\"Bains de Casteljaloux\" width=\"620\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/bains-de-casteljaloux.jpg 620w, https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/bains-de-casteljaloux-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7106\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bains-casteljaloux.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.bains-casteljaloux.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Happy Forest, Pont-du-Casse<\/h3>\n<p>A great day out for all the family, the Happy Forest does what it says on the tin, providing a fun,\u00a0woodland environment with aerial rides and activities above the treetops. If you have energetic kids,\u00a0a trip to the Happy Forest will wear them out!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_7112\" style=\"width: 630px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7112\" class=\"wp-image-7112 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/happy-forest-620x350.jpg\" alt=\"Happy Forest\" width=\"620\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/happy-forest.jpg 620w, https:\/\/blog.traveleurope.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/happy-forest-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-7112\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/olivier.tabanon.free.fr\/HappyForest\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/olivier.tabanon.free.fr\/HappyForest\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Holidaymakers looking for fun, <strong>family friendly holidays<\/strong> abroad will not be disappointed by the Lot\u00a0region in France. With history, sightseeing, sports, relaxation and beautiful scenery, there is\u00a0something for everyone.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lot in south-west France offers a broad array of sights and activities for intrepid families looking for\u00a0an adventurous holiday abroad. The region features beautiful landscapes, ancient caves, enchanting\u00a0forests, magical castles and ruins set near idyllic towns and villages. 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