PR 25 : Le Pont de Vernéjoux

Two exhibition rooms allow you to discover more than a century of history and the life of the miners through numerous documents, plans, sketches, photos, several models including the 10m2 Mine Tile, tools and accessories.(lamps, helmets, picks,...) as well as a testimonial video. Open in July and August, Monday to Friday, 2pm to 5:30pm by prior arrangement, and off-season too.

Straddling the departments of Corrèze and Cantal, the gorges of the Haute-Dordogne are undoubtedly one of the most remarkable natural areas in the Auvergne and Nouvelle-Aquitaine regions.The gorges were carved out by the Dordogne River, which rises in the Sancy massif where two rivers, the Dore and the Dogne, meet.The Upper Dordogne gorges, and more generally the entire Dordogne basin, have been granted international recognition by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve. The gorges are home to rare and protected species of flora and fauna, including breeding populations of birds of prey, some of which are migratory: the booted eagle, the red kite and the short-toed eagle are undoubtedly the most representative. Hiking in the gorges : The Association La Dordogne de Villages en Barrages invites you to discover breathtaking trails on its long-distance hiking itinerary. With L'itinérêve, combining nature and industry, you can step back in time to discover the impressive dams that line the river. This itinerary is designed for good walkers, as it covers a total distance of over 460 km, with some steep ascents and descents. If you want to discover the trails over a shorter distance, opt for the Bort-les-Orgues loop (84 km 2500 m D+) or the Vernéjoux loop (83 km 2000 m D+), for example. Hiking in the gorges : A short hiking trail (10.6 km) allows you to appreciate part of the gorges from Champagnac: PR25 Le pont de Vernéjoux. Other activities in the gorges: Roche-le-Peyroux in Corrèze has a nautical base where you can enjoy the peace and quiet of the gorges. You can get to the gorge from the Mentier site (Saint-Pierre) and the Vernéjoux bridge (Champagnac), and there are also a number of viewpoints in Corrèze: the Saint Nazaire site and the Gratte Bruyère lookout. There's also a viewpoint over the Marèges dam: follow the "remarkable site" signs from the village. The gorges can also be seen from the "big rocks" viewpoint.

Certified equestrian tourism, horse and animal welfare center, in a friendly family setting, offering lessons for all ages and levels, horse and pony rides, various disciplines.(wilderness riding, classical riding, working working equitation...). Boarding for owners' horses, welcoming horses for hikers, all in a family atmosphere.

2nd category Size: 750 hectares Maximum depth: 60 mSpecies: zander, perch, pike, catfish, carp, whitefish Navigation: authorized, see prefectoral decree (PNI 2014 - 15) Launch: Vernéjoux bridge, Champagnac commune: 45.365880, 2.367966 Info: ask about temporary reserve zones, fishing and navigation prohibited upstream of the Vernéjoux bridge (PNI decree no. 2014-15). Tributaries: ruisseau de Gioux, de Lavendès, de Chenuscles, de Laveix, de l'étang.

Located on the edge of the Bois de Lempre lake, it is accessible from the Piste Verte via the "chemin des mineurs" (signposted). It comprises a green handling area (suitable for children) and 3 downhill runs, 1 green-1 blue-1 red.Open to all and free access all year round - Helmets recommended - Bike hire available at the Ydes rental center during school vacations (04 71 78 76 33). Created by the Communauté de Communes de Sumène Artense.

Romanesque church. Year of construction: 12th century. Listed as a historical monument since 2019.The Church of Notre-Dame in Champagnac testifies to the influence of Romanesque art in the region. It was remodeled several times, notably in the 15th and 19th centuries, during the major restoration and expansion campaign led by the architect Louis Bonnay. Built of local stone, it retains a characteristic Romanesque chancel and a western bell tower dating from the 15th century. The 19th-century Neo-Romanesque extension added a four-bay nave and side aisles, harmoniously integrated into the original structure. The church features an apse and tower of Romanesque origin, as well as remarkable stained-glass windows restored in 2022. One can also admire the 80 corbels sculpted by the Mauriac artist Jean Ribes, who also created the holy water font, altar, and capitals in the typical Mauriac style during the 19th century. An earlier sculptor, Geraldus Clericus, also left his mark on the building: he is responsible for several Romanesque capitals, one of which depicts Saint Michael slaying the dragon. Inside, the nave is covered with a plaster vault, while the chancel retains Romanesque elements and restored paintings. The furnishings include a baptismal font, confessionals, and beautiful grisaille stained-glass windows created by the master glassmaker Gaudin, contributing to the building's peaceful atmosphere. Visit and access: Self-guided tours are possible; keys can be obtained from the Champagnac town hall (04 71 69 61 55).