Local Overview

Paillas is situated in Valprionde, in the department of Lot adjacent to the Lot et Garonne and Tarn et Garonne. Due to Paillas' location at an intersection of three departments, the villa is central to everything this wonderful region has to offer.

Set within the beautiful Quercy blanc, there is easy access to the many tourist sites of The Lot, Dordogne, Tarn et Garonne and Aveyron valley. A feature of the Quercy region is that it enjoys a more mediterranean climate than the Dordogne and the northern Lot regions. The area has a beautiful and varied landscape ranging from forested hills and valleys to dramatic river cliffs and rolling farmland. It is known for its châteaux, fortified churches, its pre-historic caves and dozens of white limestone mediaeval villages and towns.

The region is characterised by the abundant white stone and the pigeonniers dotted across the landscape. Throughout the Lot and Quercy region there are simply hundreds of charming stone built villages, often perching on a hilltop with magnificent views of the surrounding area. Each village has its own individual character and was typically built around an ancient church with a village square. The area is also famous for its local produce which is in evidence at the local markets of Montaigu du Quercy and Montcuq.

Outdoor activitiies in the area include boating, watersports, swimming, golf, and mountain biking. The Parc Naturel Regional des Causses covers a large proportion of the department.

Paillas is located near the Cahors wine route, only 30 minutes from the world-class Malbec vineyards of Cahors and surrounding region including Vive-sur-Lot and Puy L'eveque. Malbec, known as the "Black wine" is centered around Cahors AOC and in Argentina and since 2000 has enjoyed a resurgence in popularity for its fruity and spicy flavour.

See the Local Towns and Activities pages for further details.