The Most Beautiful Villages of France in Corrèze

If you love historic buildings, you'll undoubtedly appreciate the Corrèze. It's an authentic region with a rich and well-preserved heritage. You'll find medieval towns and villages perched on the steep cliffs and rocky spurs of the Dordogne Gorges. The Corrèze boasts six villages listed among the " Most Beautiful Villages of France." We invite you to discover them.

The top 6 most beautiful villages in Corrèze

Collonges-la-Rouge

Collonges-la-Rouge has a very long history. Its name refers to a " colonicae," a Roman colony. At the time, this meant more of a farm. The adjective " la rouge " (the red) was added to describe it, referring to the red sandstone, a local rock, from which it was built.

The village's popularity with visitors and its classification as one of the " most beautiful villages in France " stem primarily from its medieval heritage. Charming cobbled streets lead you to a castle and fortified towers. This is precisely why it's nicknamed the " City of 25 Towers."

It's a lively tourist destination in every season, with shops selling local products, craft workshops, art galleries, and restaurants. Guided tours are organized during the summer by the tourist office. The village enjoys an exceptional setting, nestled in the Causse de Martel plateau and facing the Quercy region. To extend your visit, several forest walks are accessible near the village.

Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne

Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne is undeniably another " most beautiful villages of France " and you only need to look at its beautiful buildings, feet in the water, surrounded by green valleys, reflected in the river, to understand why.

We recommend strolling through the cobbled streets to the entrance of Saint-Pierre Abbey and its square tower. Then head to the banks of the Dordogne River. They are lined with large weeping willows, their branches reaching into the water. It's a very romantic walk, perfect for holding hands. In the evening, the village lights up, giving the stone buildings an orange hue.

There are many events throughout the year, including the strawberry festival and local farmers' markets.

If you are a hiker, paths crisscross the surrounding countryside meadows and wooded landscapes.

Curemonte

Nestled in a verdant setting, the village of Curemonte is an ancient medieval town. It's known as the " village of three castles " because three beautiful buildings overlook the town from a rocky spur. A trail leads to them: the Three Castles Walk. There you'll see the ruins of Plas, Saint Hilaire, and Johannie, three buildings dating from the 14^th, 15^th and 16^th centuries. As you stroll through the village, you'll be captivated by the old-world charm of its Romanesque church, dating from the 12th century. While you're there, take a moment to admire the beautiful 19th ^- century mansions.

Saint Robert

Saint-Robert originated as a Benedictine monastery and a 12th ^- century Romanesque church, perched at an altitude of 350 meters! Later, the town expanded around it. A castle and fortifications were built to protect it, and beautiful houses were constructed within its walls. It has witnessed many historical events.

Its heritage is rich and very well preserved. The site is worth a long walk to see all the monuments. A guide will be available at the tourist office to help you better understand the history of the place.

Near Saint-Robert, you can visit the Tuillière Arboretum or start a hike in the Gorges de la Roche.

Ségur-le-Château

The lords of Limoges considered it a " safe haven." It must be said that this impressive stone fortress, perched on a hill overlooking a bend in the Auvézère River, was truly intimidating to its attackers. Today, tourists flock to this beautiful medieval town to admire its exceptional heritage. Ségur-le-Château has preserved its fortifications, an old 12th century keep, and turreted houses from the 15^th and 16^th centuries.

Information panels about the site's history are located throughout the village to guide you during your visit. The tourist office also offers guided tours during the season, as well as video-guided tours via a smartphone app. There are also regular festivals, farmers' markets, and other events. A beautiful hike takes you to the Lasveyras Bridge, where you can learn about the Resistance.

Turenne

Atop an ancient castle mound, the remains of Turenne's fortress are visible from afar. This was likely the intention, as the castle is linked to prominent figures of the French nobility and has a turbulent history. Below, the village stretches out with its medieval stone houses, testaments to the inhabitants' wealth.

To make sure you don't miss any of its monuments, follow the 10-step discovery route. A fascinating visit awaits you. Once you arrive in the upper town and at its castle, you can't help but admire the breathtaking panoramic view of the surrounding valley. The castle tower and its gardens are open to visitors.

This concludes our tour of the most beautiful villages in Corrèze, France, and we hope we have inspired you to visit them.

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