Canoeing on the Dordogne Limeuil canoe base Le Bugue to Limeuil route Canoes on the Dordogne Canoe base on the Vézère

Paddle through the heart
of Périgord Noir

Canoe, kayak and paddle
on the Vézère and Dordogne rivers.

📍
Le Bugue Base
📍
Limeuil Base
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From €15/person · Equipment & shuttles included

Two starting points to choose from

Le Bugue base on the Vézère
Main base

📍 Le Bugue

Our main base, located opposite Parc du Bournat. Direct access to the Vézère with our famous Guinguette for refreshments. Opens 4th April.

Free parking Guinguette Changing rooms
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Limeuil base at the confluence
Confluence

📍 Limeuil

At the confluence of the Vézère and Dordogne, at the foot of one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France. Exceptional setting. Opens 1st May.

Parking 50m away Listed village 2 rivers
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Choose your adventure

Canoes and kayaks

Canoes & Kayaks

From 1 to 6 hours, explore the river at your own pace. Routes for all levels, from beginners to experienced paddlers.

from €18/person
1-6 hours on the water
11 routes to choose from
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Stand up paddle

Paddle

Try stand up paddle in an idyllic setting. Sessions from 1 to 3 hours to discover the river from a different perspective.

from €15/person
1 to 3 hours
Suitable from age 10
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Canoe hiking

Canoe Hiking

Live the adventure with our 2-day trip: 41 km, bivouac included. An unforgettable experience in the heart of nature.

from €50/person
2 days / 1 night
Luggage transport included
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Guinguette terrace
Guinguette terrace overlooking the Vézère
The Guinguette bar

La Guinguette

A gourmet break by the Vézère. Waffles, grills, regional produce, ice cream... Refresh yourself before or after your trip, on our shaded terrace overlooking the river.

Waffles Grills Ice cream Live music
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★★★★★ 4.4/5

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"Wonderful family outing! The team is very welcoming and the route is stunning."

M
Marie

"Very well organised, equipment in great condition. The guinguette is brilliant for refreshments afterwards."

T
Thomas

"Second year coming here, still just as good. Absolutely sublime scenery!"

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Extend your day in Périgord

Enjoy exclusive discounts with your canoe ticket

Parc du Bournat
-15% with canoe ticket

Parc du Bournat

Step back in time! A unique theme park recreating daily life in 1900. Rides, craftsmen, farm animals, shows...

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Camping du Bournat
-15% with canoe ticket

Camping du Bournat

Accommodation in the heart of nature: mobile homes, chalets and pitches. Swimming pool, entertainment and direct access to the canoe base.

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Bara-Bahau Cave
-15% with canoe ticket

Bara-Bahau Cave

Prehistoric cave classified as a historic monument. Authentic Magdalenian engravings dating back 15,000 years.

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