Holidays in the Dordogne Gorges

Are you going on holiday to Corrèze ? Come and discover the Gorges de la Dordogne, a particularly beautiful environment, on the Espérance River which flows peacefully between the wooded mountains plunging into its waters. The Gorges de la Dordogne is great for hiking, swimming with the family, doing water sports, enjoying superb views and landscapes, eating well and relaxing. We have compiled a summary of the best things to do in the Gorges de la Dordogne !

Photos from the report: Corrèze Guide

Visit Bort-les-Orgues and its geological formation

Although the village is more practical than aesthetic, Bort-les-Orgues is still a nice holiday destination for its scenic and leisure attractions. You will be ideally located for walking and exploring the Gorges de la Dordogne. Head out to conquer the Bort Organs , an astonishing geological formation. You can go hiking to learn more and admire them up close. Climbers can go rock climbing there.

Swimming at Château de Val and visit to the hydroelectric dam

Visit the Bort-les-Orgues hydroelectric dam, it's a way to learn more about the water management of the Dordogne, the contingencies linked to the creation of electricity in this way and the impacts on the landscape and on the fauna and flora. It's an educational, fun and interesting place. And after the visit, go for a dip in a choice environment, on the beach near the Château de Val , on the water retention lake upstream of the dam.

The Gratte-Bruyère belvedere

Near Sérandon , it offers you a very pretty viewpoint with an orientation table and directions to enjoy observing birds of prey.

Gabarre ride in the Dordogne gorges

Departing from Spontour, come and take a tour with the barges of the Haute-Dordogne , 1h30 of magic on the waters meeting the bargemen. The super friendly guide will tell you the stories and epics of these courageous men who defied the waters to transport goods, long before the dams protected the banks and villages on the banks. It is downstream from the Eagle dam which is also nice, for its viewpoint and its layout for a picnic.

Canoeing in the Dordogne Gorges

A privilege not to be missed! We have discovered a magical place for canoeing, in a peaceful setting and in a landscape worthy of Jurassic Park, we will take you to the heart of the gorges in a Stand Up, Pedalo, Canoe or Kayak !

Visit the Chastang Dam

Another dam to visit to understand the management of the waters of the Dordogne, the principle and operation of water reservoirs and the creation of electricity from river resources.

Visit the Château de Ventadour

In the heart of the forests of the Dordogne Gorges, it is a historical testimony, all in stone, to the influence of the great families of the region. You will meet one of the greatest troubadours! Read our report on the visit to the Château de Ventadour .

Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne and Argentat, two major towns on the Dordogne

We are less in the characteristic and very steep landscape of the Gorges de la Dordogne, but these two very beautiful villages are absolutely unmissable. They are superb and offer a real moment of relaxation at the water's edge. It's the opportunity to take a canoe trip on the Dordogne!

Lapleau and the Luzège Valley

We are upstream from the Dordogne Gorges, but the landscape is just as magical. The Luzège is one of the tributaries of the Dordogne at the gorges and you will have the opportunity to see the Viaduc des Rochers Noirs , which is well worth a look!

Valletta Lake

The Marcillac la Croisille Nature Sports Resort awaits you for water sports on Lake Valette. Just a stone's throw from the Dordogne Gorges, another fun-filled day on the beach awaits.

Visit Neuvic

Neuvic is an ancient fortified village. Come visit its castle arboretum and stroll around to admire the view of the Auvergne foothills.

The viewpoint of Bassignac-le-Haut

Bassignac-le-Haut is a relatively unknown yet magnificent viewpoint in the region. It's an opportunity to hike and stroll through a tiny village typical of the Dordogne Gorges. Not far away is the Pont du Chambon, if you're interested in bridges!

The Gregeolles Belvedere

A fantastic and unmissable viewpoint! The Belvédère des Gregeolles is not far from the canoeing area. You can park a vehicle (like a van?) to enjoy this magical place when you wake up.

The Saint-Nazaire site

Another viewpoint with a very nice walk to do at the end of the day to enjoy the sunset over the gorges. We loved the Saint-Nazaire site

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