To the north lies the commune of Cazillac, to the northeast Strenquels, to the east Saint-Denis-lès-Martel, to the southeast Floirac, to the south Montvalent, to the southwest Creysse, to the west Baladou and to the northwest Cuzance.

North of the town lies the elevated limestone plateau of Causse de Martel, much of which is covered with oak and beech woodland.

[5] Martel is a medieval town, with the older houses built of pale stone that contrasts with their reddish-brown roofs.

In July, the Foire à la Laine (Wool Fair) is held underneath the market hall, with competitions for the best fleeces.

[7] There is a museum containing items from Puy d'Issolud, a local Gallic archaeological site which has been identified as Uxellodunum, besieged by Julius Caesar in 51 BC.