Cahors

Category
Towns and villages

Cahors, located in a meander of the Lot, is best known as the center of the famous Cahors wines. Cahors was founded in the first century by the Romans who also immediately imported wine knowledge and grape vines. In the 13th and 14th century Cahors developed quickly through trade and banking. The power of the merchants manifested itself in the opulence of the houses, which is still visible today. Jan likes going to the Cahors area, always a good opportunity to visit his favorite wine estates.