High on a bluff overlooking a sweeping bend in the Dordogne river, Domme, one of "Les Plus Beaux Villages de France," was founded in the 13th century by Philip the Bold. It is one of several bastides, fortified towns, in south-western France. Today it is a tourist mecca, but by late September, very few tourists venture up the steep hill. It is a long way down to the nearest market, so twice a week the market comes to Domme for the local residents, setting up stalls in the central square selling cheeses, sausages, olives, fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, housewares, and, of course, wonderful rustic breads like these.
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