Les plus beaux villages Corréziens... et les plus belles côtes

A medieval town on the right bank of the Dordogne, Beaulieu has been dubbed "one of the most beautiful villages in France", thanks to its mild climate, ideal for growing strawberries. Beaulieu's main attraction is its remarkable Saint-Pierre abbey church, whose portal, a masterpiece of Romanesque art depicting the return of Christ at the end of time, is comparable to that of Moissac. Stroll through the narrow streets, compare the turreted facades, decorated with medallions and cherubs, like the house of Adam and Eve, and dream of the Chapelle des Pénitents and its bell-wall reflected in the waters of the Dordogne. Nearby, you can board a gabare from May to October, to relive the epic story of the gabariers who sailed down to Libourne to deliver their loads of wood for the Bordeaux cooperage.

The medieval village of Curemonte is built lengthwise on a rocky spur in the south of Corrèze. The density of the military buildings, the three castles and the noble houses bear witness to the importance of the town between the 14th and 17th centuries. At the time, the town enjoyed extensive franchises as part of the Viscounty of Turenne. Raymond de Curemonte took part in the First Crusade alongside the Viscount of Turenne. His descendants later built the Château de Saint-Hilaire. This is the oldest castle, with its 15th-century main building and two square machicolated towers. They were gradually supplanted by the Plas family, who occupied another château. Their château is distinguished by its 16th-century round towers. The Escaravage family moved to a third site at La Johannie. Take the time to explore the town on foot, although you won't be able to visit any of the castles.

The walnut museum, with food and drink, 5 minutes from Collonges-la-Rouge, in a charming village! The museum: In the beautiful vaulted hall, the CIAN (Cercle International des Amis de la Noix) and its thirteen members tell you, through sound and image, the wonderful story of the walnut. The following rooms preserve its mysterious "treasure". 1h visit. Tours depart every hour. The bistro corner: satisfy your hunger with local products. One restaurant.

Discover the Moulin de la Vie Contée, located between Collonges-La-Rouge and Turenne, two of France's most beautiful villages! We'll be delighted to give you a warm, friendly welcome. On the borders of Quercy and Limousin, our walnut trees thrive on the clay-limestone soils of the former Viscounty of Turenne, which became French in 1738. We work under the Appellation d'Origine Protégée (AOP) Périgord label, and invite you to savor our "Origine Corrèze" products: AOP walnuts in shell, walnut kernels, AOP and monovarietal oils, green walnut wine, chocolate noillardises, doréziennes apéro, walnut flour. Free tasting!

Turenne does not lack panache with the slender silhouette of its limestone keep, an avalanche of slate roofs and bold turrets. You will be amazed by the richness of the heritage: the church and its gilded wooden altarpiece, the private mansions of the 16th and 17th centuries, to be admired by following the signposted itinerary so as not to miss any of them. And of course the castle, or rather its imposing ruins: the ramparts, the 13th century keep and the Caesar Tower. From the top, the panorama is unforgettable!

The beating heart of the former Viscounty of Turenne, this listed thousand-year-old castle overlooks one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France. Discover the grand historic rooms, the César Tower and its spectacular views. Enjoy the magnificent poetic and philosophical hanging garden and the gourmet kiosk Le Mess des Officiers. Boutique, entertainment, immersive workshops, exhibitions. Guided tours in high season or self-guided tours with the mobile app. Book your table for an extraordinary meal and enjoy the scenery and the hanging garden thanks to the gourmet kiosk, Le Mess des Officiers, open every lunchtime during the long weekends in May and from July to the end of August. Bal en Blanc du Maréchal, 27 July 2026. The 2026 season programme is available on the website.

Collonges-la-Rouge offers an original and unusual sight, as much for the flamboyance of its stones as for the richness of its heritage. The red of the sandstone and the ochre-colored slate, the blue-gray of the slate and the green of the vines clinging to the walls form the palette of this dreamy little town. From the 16th century onwards, Collonges became the residence of the officials of the Viscounty of Turenne and the jurists of the châtellenie, hence the presence of numerous castels and pepper-pot towers. In the 19th century, as the town fell into a state of lethargy, the mayor of the time, Charles Ceyrac, launched the idea of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France", with Collonges being the first village to be awarded the label! Your visit will be punctuated by the discovery of the 11th-century church fortified during the Wars of Religion, the 13th-century chapel of the Penitents

A former stronghold of the Viscounty of Turenne since the 12th century, Meyssac charms visitors with its remarkable heritage and red sandstone houses, typical of the Brive basin. The fortified church with its Romanesque porch, cobbled streets, 16th-century half-timbered façades and 17th-century grain market create an exceptional architectural setting. Throughout the year, the village lives to the rhythm of traditional markets and local events. In December, its Christmas market attracts many visitors in a festive atmosphere. A stone's throw from Collonges-la-Rouge, Meyssac is a destination worth discovering for its history and authenticity.

Access via the D153. An ancient Gallo-Roman castrum on one of the last limestone hills before the Limousin granite plateau. Three orientation tables with descriptions help you discover the vast panorama: to the east and south, the view is of the Dordogne valley, while to the north-west are the more rugged reliefs of the Meyssac and Turenne region. A landscape of valleys, hills and meadows with curtains of poplars. Free access all year round. The platform has been converted into a picnic area.