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Things To Do in Dordogne

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Whatever you choose to do on your summer holiday you are sure to find a huge range of activities across the Dordogne area.

Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Dordogne Activities Guide.

Aquarium du Perigord Noir, Le Bugue

Aquarium du Perigord Noir, Le Bugue

Location
Le Bugue

A great place for a family day out and to escape the pre-historic world of the Dordogne...instead, enjoy the family atmosphere and displays of this fresh water aquarium.

hot air balloon above a chateau in dordogne

Montgolfiere et Chateaux, Beynac-et-Cazenac

Location
Beynac-et-Cazenac

Shortly before sunset, or at dawn, following the preparation of the flight you can take off with Lionel, a professional balloonist and paraglider who has been working as a guide in Dordogne for more than 15 years.

Le Petit Train de Domme, Domme

Le Petit Train de Domme, Domme

Location
Domme

A trip on a petit train is the perfect way to see this small bastide town and to learn a little more about the long history of the bastide town.

Les Gabares Norbert, La Roque-Gageac

Traditional Barge Boat Trip, La Roque-Gageac

Location
Beynac-et-Cazenac

This traditional wooden barge will take you on a picturesque cruise down the river Dordogne from La Roque-Gageac to the Castelnaud bridge.

jousting at durandal, Rocamadour

Durandal Vs Excalibur Equestrian Show, Rocamadour

An hour long horse show and theatre production that is based on the rivalry between the English and the French with lively, action-packed fun.

Accrobranche

Cap Cauderoue

This outdoor park has a tree-top trail, paintball, mountain-biking, canoeing and horse-riding for those seeking a bit more adventure or a change from the pretty villages and vineyard visits.

barges on a river in bergerac

Traditional Barge Boat Trip, Bergerac

Location
Bergerac

A delightful trip along the river that runs through the heart of Bergerac on a traditional wooden barge.

people on a wine tasting course in dordogne

Bergerac Wine Tours, Eymet

Location
Eymet

A full day tour for those interested in wine, the terroir, the makers and other local products of the Dordogne region.

Le Petit Train de Rocamadour, Rocamadour

Le Petit Train de Rocamadour, Rocamadour

In true French style Le Petit Train will take you on your short journey from the bottom of Rocamadour to the town centre above you.

canoes on a river in brantome

Brantome Canoe, Brantome

Location
Brantome

Not only can you take a relaxing journey down the Dronne river in a canoe but you can try your hand at stand up paddle boarding or take to the cliffs and trees for some adventure above ground.

the blue & white petit train in Bergerac

Le Petit Train de Bergerac

Location
Bergerac

Discover the historic town of Bergerac during this 30-35 minute tour of the towns most famous sights and features.

Traditional barge on the Dordogne at Beyrac

Traditional Barge Boat Trip, Beynac-et-Cazenac

Location
Beynac-et-Cazenac

Passing under the limestones cliff of Beynac you will travel along the Dordogne valley to Marqueyssac and the hanging gardens, Chateau de Fayrac and Chateau de Castelnaud. 

people canyoning on a river

CANOEric, Le Bugue

Location
Le Bugue

Easy canoeing for everybody. You can navigate with family or friends in peace. You’ll be given a solid equipment, stable canoes and buoyancy aids.

yellow canoes lined up on the river bank

Canoes Loisirs Watersports, Vitrac

Location
Domme

Offering various routes along the Dordogne river to enjoy the sights of the Perigord Noir region. Discover hidden treasures during a relaxing journey down the river.

Rocamadour Aventure, Rocamadour

Rocamadour Aventure, Rocamadour

Aerial adventures including treetop ladders, zip lines, cave routes and rocks faces to climb. This adventure park offers a mix of everything to keep the whole family entertained.

Le Chemin de Fer Touristique du Haut-Quercy, Martel

Le Chemin de Fer Touristique du Haut-Quercy

Also known as the Truffle train, it will take you on a journey of 8 miles (13 Km) round trip, more than 80 meters (260 feet) high cliff, giving a wonderful panorama of the Dordogne Valley.

two tuk-tuk's in st emilion

Tuk-Tuk Tour (Wine Tour), Saint Emilion

Location
Saint-Emilion

100% electric and 100% silent, the infamous tuk-tuk comes to Saint Emilion to take you on a tour or the town and the vineyards that surround it.

A macaque with Rocamadour in the background

Foret des Singes Wildlife Park, Rocamadour

This wildlife park is dedicated to the Barbary Macaque monkey who roams free in the 20 hectares of woodland.