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Information About Mercues, River Lot

Previous stop: Pradines

Next stop: Douelle


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Things to do in Mercues

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Why do we recommend stopping here?

Between Catus and Cahors is the village of Mercues with its beautiful and imposing chateau. Besides wine production, the chateau is operated as a hotel and restaurant. There are many wine producing chateaux in the immediate vicinity and most offer free tastings, so you can choose your preferred vignoble and vintage. Within the same small area you can also find many farms offering local specialities - particularly pate de foie gras.

What is there to see?

Mercues village 2km walk along the main road - be careful!

What can I visit?

Mercues Village.

Is this place famous for anything?

The Chateau

Insider Information

This castle was a favourite residence of the Cahors Bishops in medieval times

Is there a market day?

Yes - Thursday mornings

Is there anything else worth mentioning?

The railway line passes just above the mooring stop, but the noise is minimal


Eating and Drinking in Mercues

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Best places to drink an aperitif?

Bar 'LE MERCUES' - Tabac and magazines
Opening Hours: open every day
Contact Details: Tel: 05 65 20 04 73

Moderately priced restaurant

Le CHÂTEAU DE MERCUES Hôtel / Restaurant : Relais et Châteaux. Accès difficult from the river . Réservation necessary
Atmosphere: Relais et Châteaux
Cuisine: Cuisine nouvelle and local.
Contact Details: tel: 05 65 20 00 01


Shopping in Mercues

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Supermarket

village shop/bakery
by the traffic lights 2 kms from the river
Opening Hours: open every day

What other shops are there??

Hairdressers


Practicalities at Mercues

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Mooring

PK 152 Just above the lock on the right hand side under the imposing 13th Century castle.

Is there a bank?

Yes

Is there an ATM?

Yes

Is there a post office?

Yes

Is there a doctor?

Yes / Tel: 05 65 30 92 93

Is there a pharmacy?

Yes

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