Cahors has had a rich history since Celtic times. The original name of the town was Divona or Divona Cadurcorum, "Divona of the Cadurci," Divona was a fountain, now called "la fontaine des Chartreux", worshiped by the … See more

• The Valentré Bridge, the symbol of the town. Building began in 1308 and was completed in 1378. The legend associated with this bridge is one of the most fully realized of all See more

From 1331 to 1751 the Roman Catholic Diocese of Cahors managed the University of Cahors [fr].
Pope John XXII … See more

The town is situated 115 km (71 mi) north of Toulouse, on the RN20 / A20, connecting the city, via Limoges to Paris and Orléans. The town's height above sea level is between 105 … See more

The area around Cahors produces wine, primarily robust and tannic red wine. Wine from the Cahors appellation must be made from at least 70% See more

The Cahors Blues Festival has taken place annually, in July, since 1982. See more

• Main category: People from Cahors
• Gerald of Braga (died 1109), Benedictine monk and Bishop of Braga
• Jacques de Via (died 1317) & Arnaud de Via (died 1335), Roman Catholic See more