Discover Ussac, Corrèze, Limousin

Discover the Ardoise region through this 61 km long sportive route! Your tour starts in Donzenac, a pretty town of character. Once an important fortified town, Donzenac has lost none of its charm thanks to its medieval architecture. At the highest point of the oldest part of the town is the astonishing castle of the barons of Donzenac, which is surely the oldest remaining residence in the town. After a few kilometres in the legs, you arrive at the gates of Allassac! Amongst its rich heritage, the 14th century fortified church and the Tour César are worth discovering. To complete the loop, allow yourself a well-deserved break to discover the Pans de Travassac. The interest of the site is explained by its impressive coloured cliffs, which do not fail to surprise, just like its decor which harmonises mineral and plant environments.

This tour invites you to discover a mosaic of gently sloping hills and picturesque villages. Here, the art of living is cultivated, from the earthly to the spiritual. This generous land bears witness to the marvellous skills of medieval builders in such exceptional sites as Aubazine and Saint-Robert. There are also countless natural treasures to discover: the Causse corrézien, the Gouffre de la Fage... Stay in the depths and discover the pans de Travassac near Donzenac, a pleasant medieval town with circular streets. Further west, the Vézère winds its way through hills and flowering orchards to form a verdant valley. It's all there to amaze you... but the star of this land remains the apple, of which there are 250 varieties in Corrèze, found in the orchards between Objat and Juillac.

This route allows you to admire the views over Donzenac and its plain from the village of Mazières. It then sinks into the shaded valley of the two Maumonts, which it crosses at the mill of Theil, to emerge on the top of the slopes by the charming village of Cévennes. It then dips back into the Maumonts valley one last time before reaching the famous Travassac slate quarry site Finally, a short detour to the medieval village of Donzenac allows you to take a refreshing break in the town square before finishing this hike.

Charming towns and villages steeped in history set the tempo for a changing atmosphere, from mild southern climes to verdant escarpments...

The Voie Verte links Aubazine station to St-Pantaléon de Larche along the river, in the Corrèze valley. It crosses Brive-la-Gaillarde and thus ensures the link between these 2 parts of the route.

With a route of 17 km and no difficulties, you will have plenty of time to enjoy the peace and quiet that surrounds the rich landscape of the Vézère valley! Saint-Viance, a small hamlet immersed in a unique setting, is the starting point for your tour. Don't miss seeing the shrine of Saint-Viance in the church, which has been a listed monument since 1891. You will then follow the Vézère river for the most part, to arrive at Le Saillant. Upon arrival, you can enjoy a gothic style bridge with ogival arches, and many other sights await you! If you like the built heritage, then a diversion to Allassac will not be too much for you. An open-air museum, the historic monuments are on display all year round, notably the round tower, one of the only ones in the Limousin.

The GR®46 long-distance hiking trail links Tours to Toulouse over a total distance of 945 km. In Corrèze, the 150 km route leads from Lacelle in the north, in the heart of the Parc Naturel Régional de Millevaches, to Turenne, one of France's most beautiful villages, with its superb castle perched on a rocky promontory offering 360° panoramic views over the Causse and Quercy landscapes. Along the way, you'll discover Treignac, a Petite Cité de Caractère nestled in the Massif des Monédières, and also Uzerche, labelled "Plus Beau Détour de France", otherwise known as La Perle du Limousin with its rich heritage. You don't have a car, or you're looking for an eco-responsible holiday? The entire itinerary can be completed from the stations at Lacelle, Uzerche, Vigeois, Estivaux, Allassac and Turenne.

At the gates of Brive, but already in the countryside, this shady route takes you through the Planchetorte valley, an important listed and preserved site. Numerous caves occupy the sandstone walls. Difficult to see in summer, they were habitats and shelters for the men of the Paleolithic. The Planchetorte valley is also incredibly rich in flora because of the diversity of environments that can be observed there.

Departing from the cellars on the Vézère hillsides, this hike takes you on a tour of this ancient wine-growing region (several itineraries). Vines have been grown on these schistose hills since the 5th century. Destroyed by Phylloxera in 1876, it has now reclaimed the hillsides of Allassac and Le Saillant. Four grape varieties grown: Chenin, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Pinot. Production of white, red and rosé wines. Discover the Saint-Féréol chapel (la Chartroulle) with its panoramic view. Variant 1: 3 km 1h Variant 2: 4 km 1h30

Welcome to "Le Nid des Grisets". Come and discover our traditional Corrèze house, entirely renovated, mixing ancient and modern styles. Ideal for vacations with family or friends, our gîte offers a comfortable, air-conditioned, open-plan living space. Its grounds of over 5000 m2 offer many possibilities: terrace in the small grove, SPA (3 sessions/week included in the rental price), garden with deckchairs, pergola for a drink or dinner around the plancha. Up to 4 electric bikes can be hired from the gîte (25?/half-day). For more, please ask before your stay. Petanque court. Less than 10 minutes from Brive-la-Gaillarde town center and around 20 minutes from Lac du Causse.

The Théâtre de la Grange has been based in Rivet for over twenty years. The association brings together 3 local amateur companies: Théâtre du Cri, Lemur Kata Cie and Théâtre de l'Etoile grise. Programming runs from October to June. It offers the creations of the 3 La Grange companies, shows by amateur companies and shows by professional companies.

Welcome to Gîte La Quiétude ! Whether you're looking for a getaway with family and/or friends, our gîte is the ideal place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Next door to the owners' house, it offers a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, while retaining the authentic charm of local architecture. Outside, you can enjoy a magnificent terrace with heated pool and Jacuzzi. It's the ideal place to have breakfast, relax, read a book or just enjoy the day... What's more, there are many tourist attractions nearby, including historic sites and local markets... Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a place to explore the region, our gîte will be your ideal base.

Charming house located in a hamlet, tastefully restored in keeping with the architecture of the building

At the crossroads of three regions: Limousin, Quercy and Périgord, Donzenac, marvellous small medieval city, knew to preserve its aspect of strong city, dominated by its typical roofs in slate and the bell-tower of its church. Nestled at the foot of the village, the camping de la Rivière*** welcomes you in camping or in chalet for a pleasant stay. The 14 chalets for 2, 4, 6 or 8 people (including 1 adapted chalet for the disabled) are located in the campsite near a sports and leisure complex. On the spot : mini-golf at 150 m, ping-pong, children's games at 100 m, petanque ground, open tennis courts at 100 m, fishing in the 2nd category river at 100 m, small hiking trails. - nearby : Brive la Gaillarde, Causse Corrézien lake with nautical base, fishing in pond, horse riding center, pony club.

Just a stone's throw from Brive-la-Gaillarde, in a rural setting, La Grange de la Gissonnerie welcomes you all year round for a stay guaranteed to be 100% comfortable and 100% peaceful. Since 2020, Cécile has been renting out her gîte, designed for families or groups of friends looking for a reunion. Don't worry about a thing, we'll take care of everything! Business travelers in Donzenac, the Brive basin or Corrèze will also find everything they need for their team, with 6 fully-equipped rooms and an all-inclusive package. For the curious, there's so much to discover: Les Pans de Travassac less than 5 min away by car, or accessible on foot for the bravest, Collonges-la-Rouge and its unique architecture. The Corrèze and its neighbors in the Périgord, Lot and Dordogne regions are just a few kilometers and less than an hour away ...

Nestled in a wooded park near the A20 and A89 motorways, only 5 minutes from the centre of Brive, the Mercure hotel benefits from a calm and relaxing environment for your tourist or business stays. You will be able to relax in our spacious rooms of about 20 m², all comfort, equipped with high quality bedding. The fully air-conditioned establishment features a restaurant, a 24-hour room service, a lounge bar, rooms or lounges for your private or business events, a swimming pool and a fitness room. As soon as you walk through the door of the Mercure, we take care of everything and your well-being above all.

Particularly well placed on the riverfront, the Ibis Brive hotel is just a 5-minute walk from the historic center, with its noble buildings and fine stores that make the heart of the town a great place to stroll. Of course, there's also the famous Brassens market nearby.

From the A20, take exit 50, and you will find us easily. The hotel, small budget, (showers and toilets on the landing, soundproofed rooms) but offering all the comfort, is ideal to install you, and to leave to the tourist conquest of the territory. The Périgord and the Lot are not far away with their castles, caves and abysses. You will not be able to leave without going for a stroll in the town centre of Brive to discover the Brassens market but also the historic centre with its pretty shops and beautiful café terraces.

Kyriad Brive Ouest is a hotel with a personalised decor. Its rooms have private bathrooms, large flat-screen TVs, private parking and high-speed internet access. The hotel has a 24-hour reception. The hotel is ideally located, close to the A20 and A89 motorways. The city centre is just 5/10 minutes away by car.

In the heart of the natural site of Saulières, 5 km from Brive-la-Gaillarde, the WIZZ?TITI park invites you to spend an unforgettable moment between heaven and earth. Many activities allow children and adults to have fun in a clean site sheltered from the heat in summer. The youngest children, from two years old, can exercise their motor skills on the Minipouce course under the supervision of their parents (activities without equipment). From the age of 4, your children will be able to develop their motor skills and balance while having fun in the trees at a height of 1m with safety equipment under the presence of their parents and the watchful eye of an instructor. For the older ones, you will take height, you will practice in autonomy under our supervision with a CLIC-IT equipment which guarantees an absolute safety throughout the course (impossible to detach).

On the picturesque Place Latreille, adjacent to the collegiate church, stands the Hôtel de Quinhart. Set back, the tall, sloping octagonal tower features scowling gargoyles and a hooded watchtower. In the corner, an elegant turret topped with a pepperpot. Near the leaning tower, a door opens onto a Renaissance courtyard with mullioned windows.

Public garden since 1893, redesigned in 1960 and 1982, remarkable for its two-hundred-year-old plane trees, located on the banks of the Corrèze. The garden is now highlighted. Notable trees: Plane tree (Platanus acerifolia, two-hundred-year-old).

Brive's tourist office is located in this former water tower.

Erected or rebuilt in the hyper-centre of Brive at the beginning of the 15th century (perhaps around the tomb of the Saint to whom it owes its name), the Chapelle Saint-Libéral had an eventful history before being sold to the City of Brive in 1976. Listed in 1978 in the Supplementary Inventory of Historic Monuments, this Gothic style chapel has been a space for exhibitions and cultural events since the 1980s and offers a rich and varied programme throughout the year. Since September 2011, it has been attached to the Labenche Museum. Access free of charge.

Located in the northern part of Brive?s hypercentre, the Saint-Libéral chapel was built close to a busy thoroughfare. Erected or rebuilt in the early 15th century, it was used during the Wars of Religion as a chapel for the Dominicans, whose convent outside the walls had been burnt down. Possibly erected over the tomb of Saint Liberal, it was surrounded by a cemetery until 1774, when it was sold and subdivided. Seized during the Revolution and sold as national property in 1791, the chapel became the property of the Lalande family, who set up a tallow foundry and candle factory. In 1876, the same family donated the chapel to the diocese. Ceded to the City of Brive in 1976 and listed in 1978 on the Inventaire Supplémentaire des Monuments Historiques, Saint-Libéral has been a venue for exhibitions and events since the 1980s

Maison Treilhard is one of Brive's typical town-center houses. It features a handsome polygonal tower flanked by a pepperbox turret, and an entrance decorated with moldings and sculpted pediments. It was the birthplace of J.B. Treilhard, who, after serving as a member of the Convention and the Directoire, was one of the drafters of the French Civil Code.

This public garden, laid out in 1982 along the lines of a former 17th- and 18th-century garden, boasts a collection of over 2,000 rosebushes, including 100 climbing roses supported by an architecture of arbors and pergolas. Rose pruning demonstration in February. Open all year round, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

This collegiate church is dedicated to St. Martin (known as the Spaniard), one of the city's three patron saints. It was built in the 12th century, in the shape of a Latin cross, on top of remains from the 5th century. The transept, the octagonal dome on pendentives, part of the chevet and an exceptional group of historiated capitals in the choir all date from this medieval period. The bell tower is in the neo-Romanesque Limousin style, reaching a height of 60 meters. The crypt contains the remains of the previous 5th-century basilica, unearthed in 1986 and 1987. Free admission. Guided tours by appointment for individuals and groups organized by Brive Tourist Office.

La Fromagerie des Papilles is much more than just a cheese shop. Discover a selection of exceptional cheeses, then let yourself be tempted by our restaurant: Swiss fondue, raclette, truffade, aligot or gourmet burgers... Authentic, generous dishes, available all year round And when the fine weather arrives, take advantage of our pleasant terrace for a moment of relaxation and pleasure around unique flavors.La Fromagerie des Papilles: come and awaken your senses.

In a cosy setting, this restaurant is part of a local and eco-responsible approach where "made in France" is not an option. Come and discover seasonal products inspired by the chef. Chef Jérémy is committed to quality products, sourced from local producers who care about the environment and love their job. Bib Gourmand 2024 awarded by the Michelin Guide.

In an uncluttered setting, chef Nicolas LAVAL offers a contemporary cuisine with surprising combinations of flavors and textures. The dishes on offer reflect a real concern for seasonality, using raw, local produce. Particular attention is paid to presentation.

Le Griffolet, the Mercure's restaurant, welcomes you in a contemporary and friendly atmosphere. Friendly, attentive service in the restaurant or on the terrace on sunny days. Specialities: large mixed salads, conf, Limousin beef, vegetarian dishes, Correze PDO wines, organic wines. Our menu changes with the seasons and the market. After a gourmet and refined lunch or a large salad to suit your appetite, you can make the most of the swimming pool in fine weather, work in peace in our lounge bar, or take advantage of a private meeting room. Free Wi-Fi and parking.

Meat bar and traditional restaurant, open, semi-covered terrace seating 150.

A stone's throw from the famous Brive market, Ludovic, the chef, cooks local products according to the seasons. You will be welcomed in a bucolic and warm setting. Specialities: Limousine meat; market products; local production.

Francis is the star of Brive. Everyone meets there at one time or another. The people of Brive, with their families or friends, to enjoy a good meal, and passing gourmets who want to discover this warm table where writers and publishers have made it their canteen during the book fair Local products found on the Brive market: meat from the Limousin region, fish from small fisheries. Only fresh products carefully chosen to compose our voluntarily limited menu, which is renewed according to the seasons.

Located on the Avenue de Paris, between the Guierle and the Pont Cardinal, our brasserie blends simplicity and conviviality. At the table, freshness and quality are the order of the day.

Welcome to "Le Nid des Grisets". Come and discover our traditional Corrèze house, entirely renovated, mixing ancient and modern styles. Ideal for vacations with family or friends, our gîte offers a comfortable, air-conditioned, open-plan living space. Its grounds of over 5000 m2 offer many possibilities: terrace in the small grove, SPA (3 sessions/week included in the rental price), garden with deckchairs, pergola for a drink or dinner around the plancha. Up to 4 electric bikes can be hired from the gîte (25?/half-day). For more, please ask before your stay. Petanque court. Less than 10 minutes from Brive-la-Gaillarde town center and around 20 minutes from Lac du Causse.

Le Clos de Rose is located in a detached house in the hills above Brive, in the heart of nature but only 10 minutes from the town center. The property comprises the owners' home and a separate house with 5 guest rooms. You'll enjoy a large, comfortable living room and a kitchen where you can prepare small meals or picnics. Each room has its own shower room or bathroom and private toilet. 2 bedrooms on the first floor and 3 bedrooms on the second floor. The swimming pool is also at your disposal

New apartment for 2 people, located just 5 minutes from Brive-la-Gaillarde town center. The modern, welcoming entrance hall makes you feel at home straight away. The living room, bathed in light thanks to its large bay windows, invites you to relax and enjoy convivial moments. Opening onto a spacious living room, the kitchen is fully equipped. The bedroom, bright and soothing, offers a haven of peace for restful nights, with its en-suite shower room. You'll also enjoy your private balcony, a real asset for enjoying a coffee in the morning or an aperitif in the evening, while benefiting from an unobstructed view and calm surroundings. With its cleverly laid-out spaces and exceptional luminosity, this apartment is an invitation to live each moment to the full.

Located in Brive-la-Gaillarde in the Limousin region, Résidence Cap Horizon offers accommodation with a terrace.

Welcome to Gîte La Quiétude ! Whether you're looking for a getaway with family and/or friends, our gîte is the ideal place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Next door to the owners' house, it offers a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, while retaining the authentic charm of local architecture. Outside, you can enjoy a magnificent terrace with heated pool and Jacuzzi. It's the ideal place to have breakfast, relax, read a book or just enjoy the day... What's more, there are many tourist attractions nearby, including historic sites and local markets... Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a place to explore the region, our gîte will be your ideal base.

Charming house located in a hamlet, tastefully restored in keeping with the architecture of the building

At the crossroads of three regions: Limousin, Quercy and Périgord, Donzenac, marvellous small medieval city, knew to preserve its aspect of strong city, dominated by its typical roofs in slate and the bell-tower of its church. Nestled at the foot of the village, the camping de la Rivière*** welcomes you in camping or in chalet for a pleasant stay. The 14 chalets for 2, 4, 6 or 8 people (including 1 adapted chalet for the disabled) are located in the campsite near a sports and leisure complex. On the spot : mini-golf at 150 m, ping-pong, children's games at 100 m, petanque ground, open tennis courts at 100 m, fishing in the 2nd category river at 100 m, small hiking trails. - nearby : Brive la Gaillarde, Causse Corrézien lake with nautical base, fishing in pond, horse riding center, pony club.

Quiet parking area at the entrance to "La Rivière" municipal campsite, 1.5 km from the village of Donzenac, a small medieval town that has retained its fortified appearance, dominated by its typical slate roofs and the bell-tower of its church. 32 stabilized (small gravel) pitches with electricity. Service terminal and emptying area with two concrete platforms Pay parking all year round by automatic payment machine (CB). Rates: 10.56 euros off-season, 11.88 euros in season + tourist tax. Village with all amenities (bakery, delicatessen, bar-tobacco press, restaurant, pharmacy). Nearby hypermarket (100 m), bread and pizza vending machine, laundromat.

Campsite with 60 pitches and 14 chalets located on the banks of a 1st category river in a green and calm setting, 1 km from Donzenac, a medieval town that has preserved its appearance as a fortified city dominated by the bell tower of its church. Services : Reception building, bread deposit (summer season), night presence, all shops in the village of Donzenac, supermarket at 300 m. Various animations in Donzenac. Activities : - on the spot: mini-golf (free - loan of clubs) at 150 m, ping-pong and badminton (loan of rackets), children's games with slide, turnstile, swing, petanque ground, tennis court at 100 m (free), fishing in the river at 100 m, small hiking trails at 1 km. - nearby: aqua recreation center in Brive la Gaillarde (10 km), swimming pool at 6 km, fishing in a pond at 10 km, riding school at 6 km, pony-club of Le Mas at 3 km.

Just a stone's throw from Brive-la-Gaillarde, in a rural setting, La Grange de la Gissonnerie welcomes you all year round for a stay guaranteed to be 100% comfortable and 100% peaceful. Since 2020, Cécile has been renting out her gîte, designed for families or groups of friends looking for a reunion. Don't worry about a thing, we'll take care of everything! Business travelers in Donzenac, the Brive basin or Corrèze will also find everything they need for their team, with 6 fully-equipped rooms and an all-inclusive package. For the curious, there's so much to discover: Les Pans de Travassac less than 5 min away by car, or accessible on foot for the bravest, Collonges-la-Rouge and its unique architecture. The Corrèze and its neighbors in the Périgord, Lot and Dordogne regions are just a few kilometers and less than an hour away ...