Whatever you choose to do on your summer holiday you are sure to find a huge range of activities across the Dordogne area.
Activities in Dordogne
Discover the top Dordogne activities
From relaxing to full on adrenaline there is something for everyone, every ability and every age in Dordogne. Check out the selection of things below for some holiday inspiration!
Boat trips & sailing in Dordogne
Boat Trips in Dordogne
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Traditional Barge Boat Trip, La Roque-Gageac
48 person traditional boat trip with commentary
This traditional wooden barge will take you on a picturesque cruise down the river Dordogne from La Roque-Gageac to the Castelnaud bridge.
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Traditional Barge Boat Trip, Beynac-et-Cazenac
30 person boat trip with commentary
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.
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Traditional Barge Boat Trip, La Roque-Gageac
30 person boat trip with commentary
Travel along the valley of the five chateaux on traditional barges and discover some of the most beautiful sites.
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Traditional Barge Boat Trip, Bergerac
20+ person traditional boat with commentary
A delightful trip along the river that runs through the heart of Bergerac on a traditional wooden barge.
Culture and guided tours in Dordogne
Sights in Dordogne
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Chateau de Hautefort, Hautefort
Majestic classical château in the north of the Dordogne
The first owner of this estate was Guy de Lastours around the year 1000. The medieval fortress, which is only known about through writings, then consisted of a keep and several towers linked by battlements.
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Chateau de Bourdeilles, Bourdeilles
Medieval and Renaissance châteaux combined
This château is the combination of two castles, a medieval one dating to the 13th century and a Renaissance palace dating to the 16th century.
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La Cite (Vesunna), Perigueux 
La Cite (Vesunna), Perigueux
Old Roman town in the heart of the city of Périgueux
Today there are only a few remaining elements of the old Roman town which was located at Périgueux.
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Gouffre de Proumeyssac, Le Bugue
Light & sound displays in this huge cathedral of crystals
The largest cave in the Périgord region, close to the pretty and tranquil town of Le Bugue. Proumeyssac has a vast subterranean grotto reaching 40 metres in height.
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Chateau des Milandes, Castelnaud-la-Chapelle
Former residence of Josephine Baker, star of the Paris Foiles Bergère show
This captivating château was built in 1489 in a Renaissance style with magnificent Gothic elements. It has classical turrets, a newel staircase and protruding gargoyle sculptures and large windows decorated with splendid stained glass.
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Les Jardins d'Eau Garden, Vitrac
Water gardens with lush vegetation in the heart of Perigord Noir
Set within three hectares the water gardens in Carsac-Aillac offer a new place to walk that will delight young and old, tourists and locals.
Cycling in Dordogne
Enjoy a number of cycling trails and routes in Dordogne and what better way to explore Dordogne than on a bike when you can enjoy the beautiful scenery. Have a look at our cycling guide for more information and explore the cycling routes that are in the area. If you are in Dordogne without your biking gear there are a number of cycle hire shops in who rent and sell bikes, gear and more.
Road Bike Bike Hire in Dordogne
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Road bike hire
Cycle hire delivery service along the Dordogne River
Cycle hire located in the Périgord Noir region of the Dordogne, in the village of Coux-et-Bigaroque.
Flying in Dordogne
Flying in Dordogne
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Montgolfieres du Perigord, La Roque-Gageac
Enjoy the sights of the Perigord from above in a hot air balloon
With a fleet of five hot air balloons this company can take groups of 2 or 3 passengers up into the air above La Roque Gageac and the Dordogne river to enjoy a birds-eye view of this beautiful area.
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Montgolfiere et Chateaux, Beynac-et-Cazenac
Hot air balloon flights above the beautiful Dordogne & Perigord
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.
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Perigord Dordogne Montgolfieres, Beynac-et-Cazenac
Discover the beautiful landscapes for the Dordogne from the air
Come fly over the Dordogne, Perigord, castles, manors, fortresses, the valleys of the Dordogne and Vézère, discover it in all its charm.
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Golf in Dordogne
Golf Courses in Dordogne
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Chateau les Merles Golf Course, Mouleydier
9 hole golf course just 20 minutes to the east of Bergerac centre
Open every day of the year this 9-hole, par 35, course is set in the lush countryside of the Dordogne and the grounds of Chateau les Merles.
Mountain-biking & Fat-biking in Dordogne
Off-road bike Bike Hire in Dordogne
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Mountain bike hire
Cycle hire in Sarlat-la-Canéda to explore the Dordogne’s heritage and cuisine
With a base at the very beginning of the Voie Verte in Sarlat, this company provides mountain bikes, electric bikes, and children's bikes for hire, as well as guided tours for groups.
Spas and massages in Dordogne
Spas in Dordogne
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Saint-Emilion Spa, Saint Emilion
Located in a beautiful setting, in the heart of a vineyard
Discover the Spa du Château Grand Barrail, where local guests and visitors are warmly welcomed to enjoy a range of beauty treatments. Each spa journey is uniquely designed to meet the desires and needs of their clients
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Clos de Boetie Hotel & Spa, Sarlat-la-Caneda
Stylish, modern 4 star hotel set in the quiet medieval centre of Sarlat
The hotel offers the perfect opportunity to escape from the strains of day to day life. With luscious gardens, outdoor terrace, a swimming pool, bar, sauna and even a piano, it would be next to impossible not relax into this contemporary yet comforting environment.
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Theme parks, waterparks and aquariums in Dordogne
Try an adventure playground or a theme park for a day of family fun. There are a number of adventure playground and theme parks, where both adults and children can play for hours. Head to our theme parks page to find out more and get your adventure started.
Theme Park Theme & Adventure Parks in Dordogne
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CAP NATURE - Parc de Loisirs
Adventure park featuring tree-top adventures, paintball & kayaking
Just 5 minutes from Cahors, in Pradines, there are a multitude of activities on offer from acrobatic courses in the trees, to paintball, kayaking, hiking, orienteering and much much more.
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Les Sangliers de Mortemart, near Le Bugue
A tour of a boar breeding farm to the north of Le Bugue
This is a great outing for a family as you will have the chance to see these magnificent wild boar in a natural environment where they forage and feed in the forests of oak and chestnut trees.
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Jacquou Parc, Le Bugue
A mini theme park featuring a water park, farm, restaurant & bar
A relatively small theme park but with a great atmosphere, plenty to do and a good day out for all of the family.
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Foret des Singes Wildlife Park, Rocamadour
See the endangered Barbary Macaque roaming in this wildlife park
This wildlife park is dedicated to the Barbary Macaque monkey who roams free in the 20 hectares of woodland.
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Rocamadour Aventure, Rocamadour
Aerial adventure course in the forests of the Dordogne
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.
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Reptiland Animal Park, Martel
Discover the largest collection of live reptiles in Europe
For over 25 years this park has allowed visitors to come into close (and safe!) encounter with crocodiles, cobras and more than 200 other reptiles and venomous species.
Walking, hiking and running in Dordogne
The hilly trails take you through the many hill top villages and banked vineyards of the region and are a great way to explore the terrain inland and the many medieval villages and vineyards that are dotted around the countryside.
Watersports in Dordogne
Watersports in Dordogne
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Canoe Dordogne
Enjoy a gentle kayak down the river Dordogne from La Roque Gageac
Hire a canoe or kayak from this company and you can enjoy a gentle river cruise and the chance to explore the wonderful Dordogne river and its banks.
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Canoes Rivieres Loisirs, Limeuil
Accessible to all, you can travel the region at your own pace
With family, in a group, with friends and at any age, you can explore at your own pace two of the most beautiful rivers of Périgord.
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Canoe Vacances, La Roque-Gageac
Canoe holidays on the river Dordogne
Enjoy a single or multi-day trip down the river Dordogne to town such as Beynac, Castelnaud, Montfort and Fayac.
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Brantome Canoe, Brantome
Discover the Dronne river by canoe, paddle board or try something completely different!
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.
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Perigord Adventure & Loisirs Canoe, Beynac-et-Cazenac
Canoe hire on the Dordogne river through the beautiful Perigord
Enjoy a relaxing day close to nature as you canoe along the river and explore the waterways of this UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.
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Carennac Aventure Watersports, Carennac
Canoeing, kayaking and hiking along the Dordogne river
Situated at the foot of Carennac village this watersports centre offers more than just fun on the water! They offer three main activities; canoeing or kayaking, group canoeing with up to six people in the same boat, and adventure trekking with overnight camping out in the wild.
