Discover the treasures of Nantiat, Haute-Vienne, Limousin

This nature trail in the heart of the Monts de Blond, in Limousin, near Limoges, is an invitation to walk in the valley of the Glayeule and its remarkable biodiversity. The hike offers many viewpoints on the Monts de Blond and invites the hiker to cross the forest of Vécau. To see on the path the village of Chamborêt and the church Saint-Antoine, of the end of the XIXth century.

In the heart of the Haute-Vienne, in Limousin, Saint-Jouvent offers three walks starting from or around its village and its church. The forest circuit leads the hiker to discover the local natural and architectural heritage. Don't miss the castle and the canal of the old mill of Boisse, the forest, the ponds and the bridge over the Glane! Have a nice walk.

In the heart of the Haute-Vienne, in Limousin, Saint-Jouvent offers three walks starting from or around its village and its church. The Neuplanchas circuit (wide cultivated furrow in Occitan) is a short walk of 5 km to be done in 1h15. It leads the hiker to the discovery of the local natural and architectural heritage. Don't miss the castle and the canal of the old mill of Boisse, the forest, the ponds and the bridge over the Glane! Have a nice walk.

In the heart of the Haute-Vienne, in Limousin, Saint-Jouvent offers three walks starting from or around its village and its church. The circuit of the quarries leads the hiker to the discovery of the local natural and architectural heritage. Don't miss the bridge over the Glane, small but surprising! Have a nice walk.

Beautiful walk with many points of view on the village and the Monts de Blond, the forest and the streams. A Romanesque church and a dolmen to discover.

Peyrilhac is nestled at the foot of the Monts de Blond and at the gateway to the Limoges agglomeration. Beautiful walk with many alleys lined with oak trees. Panoramic views of the Monts de Blond are available to hikers. Possible variation in 3h30 and 14 km.

The commune of Roussac, in the Haute-Vienne region, opens up to hikers with this easy 12 km route, which takes 3 hours to complete. Don't miss the village with its 12th-century church, the villages of Le Verger, Fourvieux and Quinsac, the cross and the beautiful mansions at La Cour and Grimaudy. A special feature of the Haut Limousin trails is the discovery of paths with low dry-stone walls. The forest is present, as is the Couze, a small stream that is refreshing in summer. Connection with the Bruyères trail via Beauguet.

Discover the Romanesque church of Roussac which has special openings and a square tower enclosing the bell tower. To see: the good fountain Saint-Martial, at the exit of the village in the direction of Châteauponsac; this votive fountain is accompanied by a wash-house.

On this circuit you will walk through the Comprinius estate, which was until the 18th century the place where travellers from Paris passed through. Follow the tramway line which served the north of the Haute-Vienne from 1908 to 1949.

Hiking through the Haute-Vienne in the magnificent massif of the Monts d'Ambazac, the first western foothills of the Massif Central, which culminate at 701 m altitude. You will walk through the Limousin mountains and its historical heritage. This hike will offer you many panoramas on the Monts d'Ambazac, and will take you through forests of deciduous trees, conifers and beech trees. Dive into the history of the 12th century, with the chapel of the monastic order of Grandmont (variant), and discover the many villages with traditional architecture.

200 m from the village of Nantiat, "Les vieux fourneaux" is the studio that Pierre and Chantal have converted into the garden level of their home. It has independent access and opens onto the courtyard and garden. Passionate cyclists and hikers, Pierre and Chantal know their region inside out, and will be delighted to share their best rides with you. On-site, large shady garden.

This vacation home awaits you in Nantiat, ideally situated for exploring the Monts du Limousin. Enjoy the garden and terrace, where you can relax in peace and quiet.

Marie Véronique, attached to her Limousin roots, and her husband have been living in a tastefully renovated farmhouse for over thirty years. they have created 4 charming bedrooms, each with its own character and personalized decor. All offer the same level of comfort, with separate sanitary facilities, king-size beds and safety deposit boxes. One room is accessible to people with reduced mobility, two have a mezzanine floor, and one opens onto the garden and a private terrace. 300 m from the house, in a wood, a very comfortable cabin with terrace has been set up in a large chestnut tree (110?/2 pers, 130?/3 pers, 150/4 pers) with water point and dry toilet, private sanitary facilities at the house. Breakfast is served in the large dining room, where you can still see the 'cornadis', and depending on the season, by the fire or on the terrace facing the pool.

Situated on a wooded hillside in the Saint Pardoux region, a vast lake designed for aquatic activities, the totally independent house opens onto a terrace with views over the countryside. Below, a lawn with private swimming pool, 9X4 m, open from May 4 to September 27 and heated by heat pump depending on weather conditions.

The meublé is located 15 minutes from the Lac de Saint-Pardoux, in a small hamlet, where peace and quiet are guaranteed. It is housed in a recently renovated, typical Limousin stone bakehouse, close to the owners' home (see photo). It comprises a main room with a mezzanine (bedroom with double bed). Baby equipment available on request. The outdoor area features a terrace overlooking the countryside, and a large plot with an outdoor swimming pool shared with the owners.

Situated in the commune of Saint Jouvent, in the Monts du Limousin, in a quiet hamlet, stone cottage with enclosed garden and unobstructed views over the countryside.

In the heart of a hamlet with walks and hiking trails but also mountain biking (mountain bike base at 3 km), the cottage opens on the back on a terrace with flowers and garden furniture and overlooks a vast field where are a lit petanque court, a summer kitchen with barbecue and plancha, tables, chairs, umbrellas, games (volleyball, soccer goal, bowling, badminton with rackets,) small nature trail

In a hamlet near the Lake of St Pardoux, the house overlooks a large wooded park with a view on a 1 ha fishing pond. A heated swimming pool is at your disposal from May to September depending on the weather, shared with the owners. The house has an independent ground, without opposite, and a terrace.

Situated in a typical stone hamlet in the Pays de St Pardoux, this large, fully restored detached house is the fruit of a fine family project, with Georges as master builder and his daughters as interior decorators. Authentic and contemporary, a delicious blend that has created a comfortable gîte perfectly suited to a stay with family or friends. Enjoy an expansive view of the countryside on the horizon, an enclosed garden with heated swimming pool (open from June to mid-September, weather permitting), and a private fishing pond.

This vacation home, housed in a 19th-century barn in the hamlet of Les Forets, has two bedrooms (one with a double bed and one with two single beds), a living room and a separate, fully-equipped kitchen. You can enjoy the large garden while casting a fishing line in the pretty little lake in the grounds. Outside, there's a patio and a secure 6 m x 4 m above-ground swimming pool

The present church was built between 1829 and 1833. The statues from the former church were transferred here. It comprises a 3-bay nave, flanked by 4 semi-circular chapels. The circular choir has a half-dome vault. In 1867, the church was decorated with murals.

Take a break in the center of Nantiat and visit the town's heritage: the church (stained glass windows dating from 1914-1915, paying tribute to the town's fallen soldiers), the baptistery and the Croix Parot menhir.

We recommend stopping off in Nantiat for a picnic break! This stopover gives you the opportunity to visit the town's interesting built heritage: the church with its stained glass windows dating from 1914-1915, which pay tribute to the soldiers who died in the canton, the baptistery and the Croix Parot menhir.

Two picnic tables are available by the pond. A peaceful, natural site in the heart of the village!

The Town Hall has 1 picnic table available in a small park at the entrance to the village, near La 147. A welcome stopover on your journey!

It's part of a vast area known as the ?vallée de la Glayeule? which stretches around the Glayeule river and spans several communes. The area is classified as a ZNIEFF (Zone Naturelle d?Intérêt Ecologique Faunistique et Floristique), a national inventory of areas of outstanding biological interest. The marsh is interesting in that it is made up of different wetlands, mainly a large eutrophic marsh (rich in nutrients supplied by the river) at low altitude. There are meadows with Molinie (a grass), megaphorbia (with luxuriant tall grasses), bare areas with carnivorous plants, wooded areas (willows) and others.

The picnic table is set up at the entrance to the village, next to the old weighbridge.

The commune of Thouron is characterized by its multitude of ponds (over a hundred!). Small watercourses, meadows and wooded areas also add to its charm. Don't forget to stop off at the war memorial depicting a Limousin shepherdess in costume and clogs.

This 11th-century Romanesque church (bay on the north side) was altered in 1832 when the cemetery was moved outside the village. It was consolidated after the storm of 1999. It belonged to the Saint-Martial de Limoges monastery, and was later annexed to Roussac. On the south side, the triangular gable facade features 2 sculpted modillions. The bell tower is clad in chestnut shingles.

Sitting at the picnic area on the banks of the La Glane stream near the Boisse bridge, you've found the ideal spot to spend a pleasant moment in the countryside!

Jacqueline and Guy Suaire live in an old bourgeois house. Toques Blanches du Limousin' label. Rabbit liver salad with raspberry vinegar, calf's head with gribiche sauce, home-made duck foie gras with onion jam, filet of duckling with orange sauce, thinly sliced beef with Bellac sauce...

Find Luigi's wood-fired pizzas in : Nantiat: Mondays from 5:30pm to 9pm on the market square St Sylvestre: Tuesdays from 5:30pm to 9pm in front of the church Compreignac: Fridays, 5.30-9pm on the market square

Daily 6.30am to 7.30pm (or according to curfew) Closed Sunday evening

Nicolas will delight you with his GLUTEN-FREE savoury (buckwheat) and sweet crêpes. He will also delight your guests at family or business events with his catered products (potato pies, pizzas, quiches, focaccias, tarts, burgers, etc.), pastries, viennoiseries and local cold drinks. Please contact him by e-mail to request a quote for a private event.

Monday to Saturday until 7:00 p.m., Sunday mornings until 1:00 p.m. Burgers and dishes to eat in or take away

Charming little inn in the center of the village where you can enjoy a regional family cuisine based on local products. Lunch service from Monday to Friday from 11:45 am to 3 pm last service at 1 pm. Sunday from 11:45 am to 3 pm

Restaurant with small outdoor terrace in an old mill.

On the Nationale 147, in the village of Berneuil, a bar-restaurant and multi-service business (grocery store, bread depot, regional daily newspaper, scratch card games) offers family-style cuisine in a friendly atmosphere.

La Guinguette de Saint-Pardoux is a restaurant located in the heart of the Lac de Saint-Pardoux campsite. Its specialty is Italian pizza! Salads, burgers and snacks complete the menu. In a pleasant lakeside setting, come and enjoy the shaded terrace.

200 m from the village of Nantiat, "Les vieux fourneaux" is the studio that Pierre and Chantal have converted into the garden level of their home. It has independent access and opens onto the courtyard and garden. Passionate cyclists and hikers, Pierre and Chantal know their region inside out, and will be delighted to share their best rides with you. On-site, large shady garden.

This vacation home awaits you in Nantiat, ideally situated for exploring the Monts du Limousin. Enjoy the garden and terrace, where you can relax in peace and quiet.

Quiet, bucolic site on the banks of the Haches communal lake in a small rural village in the heart of the Monts du Limousin. The site is open all year round to motorhomes, vans and self-contained vans (Camping-car Park), and to caravans, vans & self-contained vans and tents during the sanitary facilities opening period from 1/07 to 31/08.

Quiet, bucolic area on the banks of the Haches communal lake, open all year round to motorhomes, vans and self-contained vans. From July 1 to August 31, open to non-autonomous caravans, vans and tents, with open sanitary facilities. Walks and short hikes are part of your vacation at Camping des Haches.

Marie Véronique, attached to her Limousin roots, and her husband have been living in a tastefully renovated farmhouse for over thirty years. they have created 4 charming bedrooms, each with its own character and personalized decor. All offer the same level of comfort, with separate sanitary facilities, king-size beds and safety deposit boxes. One room is accessible to people with reduced mobility, two have a mezzanine floor, and one opens onto the garden and a private terrace. 300 m from the house, in a wood, a very comfortable cabin with terrace has been set up in a large chestnut tree (110?/2 pers, 130?/3 pers, 150/4 pers) with water point and dry toilet, private sanitary facilities at the house. Breakfast is served in the large dining room, where you can still see the 'cornadis', and depending on the season, by the fire or on the terrace facing the pool.

Renovated stone house in the small village of Le Buis in the heart of the Monts du Limousin.

Situated on a wooded hillside in the Saint Pardoux region, a vast lake designed for aquatic activities, the totally independent house opens onto a terrace with views over the countryside. Below, a lawn with private swimming pool, 9X4 m, open from May 4 to September 27 and heated by heat pump depending on weather conditions.

The meublé is located 15 minutes from the Lac de Saint-Pardoux, in a small hamlet, where peace and quiet are guaranteed. It is housed in a recently renovated, typical Limousin stone bakehouse, close to the owners' home (see photo). It comprises a main room with a mezzanine (bedroom with double bed). Baby equipment available on request. The outdoor area features a terrace overlooking the countryside, and a large plot with an outdoor swimming pool shared with the owners.

Situated in the commune of Saint Jouvent, in the Monts du Limousin, in a quiet hamlet, stone cottage with enclosed garden and unobstructed views over the countryside.

In the heart of a hamlet with walks and hiking trails but also mountain biking (mountain bike base at 3 km), the cottage opens on the back on a terrace with flowers and garden furniture and overlooks a vast field where are a lit petanque court, a summer kitchen with barbecue and plancha, tables, chairs, umbrellas, games (volleyball, soccer goal, bowling, badminton with rackets,) small nature trail