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| Carennac is a commune in the Lot department in south-western France. |
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| A village lies in the fertile valley of the Dordogne River, nestled under the barren, parched plateau locally named 'le Causse'. |
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| The village Carennac developed from the 11th century after the founding of a priory of the Order of Cluny. |
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| Carennac is one of the most beautiful villages of France (along with 148 others, including neighbouring Loubressac, Autoire, Curemonte and Turenne). |
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| The surroundings of the village are of equal picturesque charm: the Dordogne's quick waters attract canoe enthusiasts in droves, the valley's corn fields, walnut groves and ancient villages make for a perfect setting for outdoor activities, such as camping, riding and trekking. |
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| Tradition in these villages is not merely alive but thriving. |
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| A tour of the countryside reveals villages spread out like a fan, built against a cliff or encased in a small valley. |
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