Ussel Towns & Villages in Ussel

Ussel the City of Ventadour, City of Art and History, is the Capital of Haute-Corrèze (see the tourist map of Haute Corrèze here). Here the landscape changes, the vegetation and the relief, you immediately feel in the middle of the mountains. Located between Lyon and Bordeaux, it is well served by public transport, which makes it an attractive place for urban holidaymakers (Paris is 5 hours away). It is a nice city for holidays, because all around, nature is generous and you will find all the conveniences there. Stroll through old Ussel to see its old bourgeois houses, its buildings from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. A heritage tour is available at the usual prospectus points. You can extend this walk by visiting the Museum of the Country of Ussel, which is the perfect place to learn more about the uses and customs of this region of Haute-Corrèze. The ancient ways of life of the inhabitants, the importance of agricultural trades...

Do you want to move? Lovers of beautiful gardens, go to the Jardin Remarquable de la Ganille, created and maintained by true enthusiasts who will know how to pass on their love for seedlings and cuttings. It can be visited in summer, by appointment. If the desires of forest are felt, In Saint-Remy not far is the Forest of Mirambel, one of the largest of the Limousin, on 1000ha of nature. And orienteering enthusiasts will be happy to know that a permanent course with 26 beacons is available on site! A bit hot? Go to Lac de Ponty, an 18 ha body of water with leisure activities (mini golf, playgrounds), you can also go to the Nature Station and rent a canoe, mountain bikes, archery etc.

If you want to know more about Ussel, go to the Tourist Office by clicking here!