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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.

A white boat with brittany ferry written on it

Port Miniature, Bergerac

Location
Bergerac

Take this opportunity to drive the electric replicas of real boats: tug, trawler, ferry, steam Mississippi barges...The small port has everything for those who want to go out there and play sailor "for real".

AVCK (Animation Vezere Canoe Kayak), Les Eyzies-de-Tayac

AVCK (Animation Vezere Canoe Kayak), Les Eyzies-de-Tayac

Location
Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil

This area provides water-sports for all ages. Renowned for its architectural heritage and sites of natural beauty, you will find that paddling is a great way to relax and have fun whilst enjoying the scenery.

a person in a net climbing between trees

La Foret des Ecureuils Adventure Park, Sarlat-la-Caneda

From tree climbing to paintballing and even via ferrata, the Foret des Ecureuils Adventure Park has plenty of offer all ages.

a reptile in Martel animal park

Reptiland Animal Park, Martel

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.

Le Petit Train de Perigueux

Le Petit Train de Perigueux

Location
Perigueux

Discover the art and history of the city of Perigueux, exploring the ancient city, old town and admiring the beauty.

an eagle about to land on a man's arm

Le Rocher des Aigles Ecoparc, Rocamadour

Nestled in the heart of the Quercy region at the very top of the town of Rocamadour this park allows you the chance to meet some wonderful birds.

a hot air balloon above the chateau de beynac

Montgolfieres du Perigord, La Roque-Gageac

Location
Domme

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.

four people in a canoe/raft on the dordogne

Carennac Aventure Watersports, Carennac

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.

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. 

Domaine des Eymaries Horse Riding, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac horse riding

Domaine des Eymaries Horse Riding, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac

Location
Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil

Experience the beautiful Vezere valley and its prehistoric sites on horse back.

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.

kayaks in a river in pretty town dordogne

Perigord Adventure & Loisirs Canoe, Beynac-et-Cazenac

Location
Domme

Enjoy a relaxing day close to nature as you canoe along the river and explore the waterways of this UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.

Le Train des Grands Vignobles (Vineyard Train) Tour, Saint Emilion

Le Train des Grands Vignobles (Vineyard Train) Tour, Saint Emilion

Location
Saint-Emilion

After discovering the city of Saint Emilion this train tour takes you out into the countryside and surrounding vineyards to discover more about the history and culture of wine in this region.

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.

a blue hot air balloon above the dordogne river

Perigord Dordogne Montgolfieres, Beynac-et-Cazenac

Location
Beynac-et-Cazenac

Come fly over the Dordogne, Perigord, castles, manors, fortresses, the valleys of the Dordogne and Vézère, discover it in all its charm.

Gabarres Caminade, La Roque-Gageac

Traditional Barge Boat Trip, La Roque-Gageac

Location
Beynac-et-Cazenac

Travel along the valley of the five chateaux on traditional barges and discover some of the most beautiful sites.

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.