Gramat

Gramat is a commune in the Lot department in southwestern France. It is located in the historic Quercy region and sits on the limestone plateaus that characterize the Causses du Quercy, a landscape known for its rugged scenery and rural heritage. The town lies at the crossroads of local road networks and serves as a base for exploring nearby natural and historical sites, including famous canyons and caves that attract visitors from the region.

Gramat has a rural economy centered on agriculture, small businesses, and tourism. The surrounding countryside supports livestock farming and crops typical of the area, while tourism benefits from access to scenic viewpoints, caves, and nearby medieval towns. The town functions as a service hub for surrounding villages, hosting markets, schools, and local government facilities.

Historically, Gramat grew from a small medieval settlement and expanded during the 19th and 20th centuries as transportation and rural industries developed in the Lot. The town preserves architectural heritage common to the region, including traditional houses, a central church, and public squares that reflect a long-standing rural urban pattern.

Today, Gramat harmonizes agricultural traditions with tourism and services. It serves as a gateway to the Causses du Quercy and the surrounding countryside, remaining a local hub for commerce and community life in the northern part of the Lot.