Canoeing is an essential activity in the Dordogne

Practice canoeing in the Dordogne in A 4 star campsite

There are many activities to try in the Périgord. Among them, canoeing is a must in the Dordogne. Let yourself be guided along the water and discover the landscapes of the Dordogne, as wild as they are beautiful. The banks of the famous river are indeed punctuated with remarkable cliffs, like the one of Pandoilles. But you can also discover proud castles, like Montfort, Castelnaud, Beynac, or Feyrac. Along the river, you will also find pebble beaches, as well as authentic villages classified among the most beautiful in France: Domme, La Roque Gageac, Castelnaud, or Beynac.

Renting a canoe at our campsite in the Dordogne is the promise of a beautiful and quiet day on this magnificent river. By canoe, you can take your time, stop, swim, picnic, sunbathe, or simply rest. The Dordogne is also 120 km of a calm and docile river, classified among the cleanest in France. So don’t hesitate, and come and rent a canoe in our Dordogne rent a canoe in our, in order to spend an unforgettable day… with your family, with your partner, or with your friends!

Several circuits are proposed to you by our partner Canoës Loisirs:

9 km – 2H00
12 km – 2H30
16 km – 3H00
19 km – 3H30
25 km – 4H30

Leave your car at the campsite: a bus will pick you up and drive you back for more comfort!

Canoeing, an outdoor activity for Discover the Périgord differently

Straight from the Massif Central, the water of the Périgord tells 400 000 years of history, which gave birth to 5 rivers: the Dordogne, the Vézère, the Isle, the Dronne, and the Auvézère. Since the beginning of time, these magnificent rivers have been used as communication routes by the inhabitants of the Dordogne. Today, they offer their peaceful courses to canoe enthusiasts to invite them to travel and escape.

In addition, the watershed of the 5 rivers of the Périgord is classified “World Reserve Man and Biosphere” by UNESCO since 2012. The landscapes of the Dordogne offer a unique diversity of flora and fauna in Europe, in addition to the magnificent thousand-year-old architecture hanging on its banks. It is not surprising that the Dordogne has become the number one destination in France for canoeing and kayaking. Is there a more idyllic landscape?

Our 4-star campsite in the Dordogne offers you the opportunity to live a unique experience in a land of nature and history. Canoë Loisirs prioritizes the safety of its clients by strictly adhering to the quality charter, decreed by the National Professional Federation. Needless to say, your safety and that of your family is our priority. Your outings can thus be supervised if necessary.

Following the course of the Dordogne, let yourself be seduced by its many attractions. At the bend of a rock, discover a pretty beach, and stop for a few minutes. Why not take a swim with the kids, or have an impromptu picnic on a shady island? By canoe, nature and history lovers will surely find their little corner of paradise along this crystal clear water. The banks of the Dordogne offer castles and villages, but also thousand-year-old archaeological sites, and charming small mills.

So, booking a place at our 4 star campsite in the Dordogne promises much more than just a camping experience. Discover the most beautiful country in the world by letting yourself slide along the water, and come to satisfy your desire to escape with landscapes populated with mountains, forests, mills, villages, and castles…

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