Explore Chaillac-sur-vienne, Haute-Vienne, Limousin

Short tour to discover Saint-Junien, city of leather and glove-making, and its beautiful collegiate church of the XI-XII th centuries.

This 2 kilometre trail is located on one of the largest islands in the Vienne. It focuses on the discovery of the human and natural heritage of the island. The walk, very easy, is marked out with small markers which reveal the treasures of this part of the island. This is an opportunity to get to know the diving cingle or the water robin, which can be seen during their migrations in autumn and winter. The island now belongs to the Community of Communes, and a farm is installed there. It carries out an activity of market gardening, breeding.

With its 46 hectares, the large island of Chaillac is the largest of all the islands in the Vienne. This walk around the island allows you to discover all the richness of the fauna and flora. You can also explore the site by following the interpretation trail.

Walk along the Vienne River and discover three of the four ancient bridges that enabled and still enable the inhabitants of our region to cross the natural obstacle that is the Vienne. Dating from the 12th to the 19th century, these bridges are more than just functional; they are relics of the past and an integral part of our local heritage.

A 100% Saint-Juniaude loop to discover some of the glove-making town?s most emblematic sites. Along the way, you'll find the Saint-Amand terraces, where you can stroll along the remains of the 11th-century church, and the 13th-century Saint-Elisabeth bridge. Next, join the Site Corot and walk in the footsteps of painter Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot (1796-1875). Finally, visit the Gué Giraud site and discover its history at www.aufildelaglane.fr

Discover a circuit between the rivers Glane and Vienne, nature and memory. This route, punctuated by hills and descents, won't leave you with the monotony of a traditional bike ride. Thanks to electric assistance, you can overcome obstacles and stroll through a natural setting typical of the Limousin, land of trees and water. This is a long tour, to be completed over the course of a day if you also wish to visit the Centre de la Mémoire and the martyred village.

Discover Rochechouart by road. Relax in the heart of nature and stroll through a landscape shaped by meteorites, in the Rochechouart-Chassenon astrobleme nature reserve. Rochechouart is also home to a number of historical and cultural monuments, including the Château Musée d'Art Contemporain, as well as a number of restaurants. Along the way, you'll be able to take in many views of the Limousin countryside.

On this walk, you'll discover panoramic views over the Glane valley and the Monts de Blond. You'll stroll through the territory of the lords of Châtelard, discovering the manor house of Châtelard and the fortified house of Châteaumorand.

This circuit will take you on the traces of the painter Camille Corot who found his inspiration in this protected natural site. You will discover memories of typical riverside activities (mills).

The "sentier des feutrières" is an unmissable walk and one of the most pleasant in the Haute-Vienne due to its natural, landscape and historical heritage. Thanks to the Corot site and the Vienne valley you will discover the history of this painter and that of the town. Do not miss the village of Sicioreix and the beautiful sunken paths.

Moon River warmly welcomes you to its accommodation on the banks of the Vienne river in Saint-Junien. The house features a kitchen opening onto the living room, as well as a bedroom with en-suite bathroom. A small terrace is also available, so you can enjoy the soothing setting for your meals and breakfast. For a moment of relaxation, an outdoor sauna and jacuzzi are available and included in the price for stays of more than one night. On the same site is the snack bar (also run by the owners), offering light meals. Parents are advised to be vigilant when staying by the river.

The Moon River also offers bed & breakfast accommodation! Adjacent to the gîte and on the same site as the snack bar, enjoy the same warm setting on the banks of the Vienne. Downstairs, you'll find a large common room with kitchen, dining room and lounge. Upstairs are the bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom. For a moment of relaxation, an open-air sauna and jacuzzi are available and included in the price for stays of more than one night. On the same site is the snack bar (also run by the owners), offering light meals. Parents are advised to be vigilant when staying by the river.

Just outside Saint-Junien, the Le Relais de Comodoliac restaurant welcomes you in a warm and cosy atmosphere: large armchairs, white tablecloths, greenery, fireplace? You'll find modern, tasty cuisine. When the weather's fine, enjoy the lovely shaded terrace overlooking the park. Every lunchtime, you can take away the daily starter-main course-dessert menu.

The Relais de Comodoliac welcomes you all year round in Saint-Junien. In this hotel-restaurant, everything invites you to the pleasures of the senses. Everything here is designed to ensure your comfort and rest. You will find in each of our hotel rooms a complete bathroom, soft linen, quality bedding, a flat screen TV (Canal+ bouquet) and free wifi access.

This fully renovated apartment is nestled in the immediate vicinity of Saint-Junien train station. You'll enjoy a pleasant living room with open-plan, fully-equipped kitchen, as well as a large bedroom with en-suite shower room. Its location makes it easy to get to the historic center of Saint-Junien and the surrounding area: 5 minutes from the Corot site for a stroll along the water's edge, 15 minutes from Oradour-sur-Glane for a historical visit, 10 minutes from the Château de Rochechouart for a discovery of contemporary art. You can also reach Limoges by train.

The Renaissance is on the heights of Saint Junien, a city of character, a city of leather, paper and porcelain. Pascale and Gilles from Alsace have fallen in love with this place where they live. They have renovated the old farmhouse and its non-adjoining sheepfold into a cosy, charming, independent gîte. It opens at the back to a pleasant, spacious and sheltered terrace, grounds with a private above-ground swimming pool and views over the countryside. The swimming pool (5 m 4 x 5 m 4, depth 1 m 3) is open from June 1st to September 30th depending on weather conditions. Hiking trails pass near the gîte, Saint Junien offers a variety of activities: fishing in the Glane and Vienne rivers, visits, golf, aqua-recreation centre... The mounts of Blond are nearby.

Bordering the Charente, 5 km from Saint Junien, Chaillac boasts a leisure complex with bowling, laser game, indoor soccer and restaurant. The totally independent, unoverlooked gîte opens onto a terrace overlooking lawned grounds and a 6x4 m above-ground heated swimming pool open from June to the end of September. Route départementale 86 passes right by the property.

On the first floor of his house, Laurent offers 2 well-equipped bedrooms: 27m², 160cm bed, private shower room, separate toilet, sitting area, welcome tray, desk... Breakfast is served on the terrace. On sunny days, you can continue the day with a dip in the pool. For lunch, head to the Lauryvan restaurant 500m away, also run by the owner. And why not spend the afternoon in the center of Saint-Junien, a 5-minute drive away?

At the entrance to Saint-Junien town center, Le B?uf Rouge is ideally located for enjoying the historic center. The hotel offers a warm welcome and 48 rooms. It has an outdoor swimming pool, open from June to September, and a terrace to enjoy the warm weather. A fitness room is also available. The hotel is also fully equipped for meetings and seminars, and has charging points for electric vehicles. The hotel offers a "soirée étape" from Monday to Friday evenings in its restaurant for business clients.

The restaurant will reopen, ideally on Thursday, March 14, 2024! Just a stone's throw from Saint-Junien's historic center, the restaurant-hotel Le B?uf Rouge offers gourmet cuisine featuring tasty Limousin meats, fresh fish and homemade creations.

The village, perched on the left bank of the Vienne river, has many attractions. It huddles around its bell tower and a small square dedicated to Frédéric Mistral. The church of Saint-Saturnin offers a striking contrast between the austerity of its façade and the beauty of its interior architecture. The south chapel, an example of Limousin Gothic art, features 15th-century frescoes. Chaillac offers a wide range of activities, including fishing and hiking, as well as the "Le Village" leisure complex with bowling, laser tag and children's games. Fancy a stroll along the water's edge? Go to Chaillac Island!

Enjoy a magnificent view from the upper terrace, accessible via a path from the main road. From here, the panorama stretches all the way to the Vienne river and the viaduct, built in 1874 to allow passage of the Limoges-Angoulême line.

The hermit Amand settled on the banks of the Vienne, near a ford, to live in prayer. He was joined in 500 by Junien, and the two of them went on to help travelers cross the ford. When he died, Amand was buried near his hermitage. In the 11th century, his grave was found, and a church was built over it. In the 16th century, the Récollet brothers took possession of the site, which had become dilapidated. The abbey was rebuilt to include a church, refectory and monastic cells. During the French Revolution, the entire property was sold to Sieur Bernard, a miller, who in turn sold it to Sieur Périgord, sub-prefect of Rochechouart. The latter demolished the buildings and used the materials to build retaining walls, giving the abbey its fortified appearance. Today, only the north transept remains, and gardens have been laid out.

The Le Village leisure complex is all about sharing laughter and fun: play area (1 to 12 years) with slides, trampoline, climbing... bowling (from age 10), laser game (from age 7), indoor soccer. Just a few minutes from Saint-Junien, this complex is the perfect place to spend some quality family time. Feeling peckish? There's a restaurant upstairs for those with a big appetite, or let yourself be tempted by a sweet treat at the indoor bar.

This bridge, which used to cross the Glane on the old salt route linking the town to the Atlantic Ocean, is unusual in that it is angled. Built in the 13th century of fine ashlar, it features three pointed arches. A great way to get to the Corot site from the side of the industrial buildings, on foot or by bike.

Built at the end of a 13th-century bridge of the same name, the Notre Dame du Pont chapel is in the flamboyant Gothic style. This 15th-century edifice was enlarged thanks to the generosity of Louis XI and restored at the end of the 19th century. The interior features a late 12th-century statue of the Virgin Mary. On the facade: a double door with coat-of-arms, embellished with an accolade arch, floriated pinnacles and a rose window.

This 13th-century bridge, 150 metres long, spans the Vienne River towards Rochechouart. It features six 14-metre segmental arches, six triangular foreshafts and six rectangular buttresses. On the banks of the Vienne River, it was the site of a large number of glove factories. Today, the site has been landscaped and is ideal for relaxing (picnic tables).

The Ile de Chaillac is the largest island on the Vienne, measuring 3 kilometers long and 300 meters wide. Two loops enable you to discover its wealth of flora and fauna.

At the bottom of rue Lucien Dumas, this beautiful 16th-century Renaissance house was built on 12th-century foundations. It still bears witness to Renaissance architecture, with cornices supported by modillions and mullioned windows. The upper section was remodeled in the early 20th century by local artist Jean Teillet.

Discover the collegiate church of Saint-Junien with our audioguides or a guided tour for groups (booking required). One of the largest and oldest Romanesque churches in the Limousin, it was the center of a vast complex (cloister, bishop?s house) which has now disappeared. Built in granite in 4 successive phases, from the 11th to the 13th century, the church's layout has always been respected, making it a homogeneous structure that bears the mark of the various construction periods, from the Romanesque to the emerging Gothic. Not to be missed: the monumental tomb housing the sarcophagus of Saint Junien. This magnificent 12th-century tomb, richly sculpted in La Rochefoucauld limestone, is shaped like a giant reliquary, with 3 of its sides covered in sculptures reminiscent of the fresco in the nave. An interesting series of polychrome statues dating from the 15th to 18th centuries line the

On the banks of the Vienne River, discover the Moon River snack bar for a quiet break, just 5 minutes from the town center. On the menu: burgers, fish and chips, pizzas, salads and drinks of all kinds. Vegetarian options are available on request. The perfect place to unwind on theme nights. Want to relax? You can book a wellness and meal package for 2 to 6 people. For 2 hours, enjoy the sauna, Jacuzzi and deckchairs, followed by a meal with drinks!

Just a few minutes from Saint-Junien, the Winch Grill welcomes you to a bucolic setting overlooking the Bujaras lake. Nestled in the Le Village leisure complex, enjoy a family outing to recharge your batteries after a game of bowling or laser tag. The menu offers something for everyone: salads, burgers, grilled meats? Takeaway also available!

Just outside Saint-Junien, the Le Relais de Comodoliac restaurant welcomes you in a warm and cosy atmosphere: large armchairs, white tablecloths, greenery, fireplace? You'll find modern, tasty cuisine. When the weather's fine, enjoy the lovely shaded terrace overlooking the park. Every lunchtime, you can take away the daily starter-main course-dessert menu.

The Fleur de Lotus restaurant offers you a cuisine that takes you on a journey to Asia. Vietnamese, Chinese and Thai specialties await you.

This bar-brasserie is located at the entrance to the town of Saint-Junien, for a short break at a low price.

Located in Saint-Junien town center, Super Kebad offers a variety of sandwiches, kebabs and plates, both to eat in and to take away.

The Casablanca chicha kebab lounge offers fast food with a variety of plates and sandwiches to eat in or take away. It's a great way to travel while staying in Saint-Junien town center.

La Table du Gantier is a family affair. Father and son, Patrick and Jérôme invite you to sample their gourmet, "grandmotherly" cuisine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Just a stone's throw from Saint-Junien's historic center, you'll be tempted by this Limousin-style restaurant.

Let yourself be tempted by Picasso di Crepe, which offers many Greek and Syrian dishes that will make you travel. On sunny days, enjoy the terrace.

On the spot or to take away, Le Burger sur Vienne always offers delicious, home-made burgers full of flavor. A great place to enjoy a tasty meal on the banks of the Glane at the Corot site, or a quick break between two visits to the city of Gascony!

In the village of Chaillac-sur-Vienne, time almost seems to stand still. Nestled between the green hills of the Limousin region, on the banks of the river, you can breathe in the calm that is the charm and uniqueness of the French countryside. Access to La Barrière and its 2 bedrooms is via a small dead-end road, bordered by meadows. There's nothing better for a green and peaceful stay.

Moon River warmly welcomes you to its accommodation on the banks of the Vienne river in Saint-Junien. The house features a kitchen opening onto the living room, as well as a bedroom with en-suite bathroom. A small terrace is also available, so you can enjoy the soothing setting for your meals and breakfast. For a moment of relaxation, an outdoor sauna and jacuzzi are available and included in the price for stays of more than one night. On the same site is the snack bar (also run by the owners), offering light meals. Parents are advised to be vigilant when staying by the river.

The Moon River also offers bed & breakfast accommodation! Adjacent to the gîte and on the same site as the snack bar, enjoy the same warm setting on the banks of the Vienne. Downstairs, you'll find a large common room with kitchen, dining room and lounge. Upstairs are the bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom. For a moment of relaxation, an open-air sauna and jacuzzi are available and included in the price for stays of more than one night. On the same site is the snack bar (also run by the owners), offering light meals. Parents are advised to be vigilant when staying by the river.

The Relais de Comodoliac welcomes you all year round in Saint-Junien. In this hotel-restaurant, everything invites you to the pleasures of the senses. Everything here is designed to ensure your comfort and rest. You will find in each of our hotel rooms a complete bathroom, soft linen, quality bedding, a flat screen TV (Canal+ bouquet) and free wifi access.

This fully renovated apartment is nestled in the immediate vicinity of Saint-Junien train station. You'll enjoy a pleasant living room with open-plan, fully-equipped kitchen, as well as a large bedroom with en-suite shower room. Its location makes it easy to get to the historic center of Saint-Junien and the surrounding area: 5 minutes from the Corot site for a stroll along the water's edge, 15 minutes from Oradour-sur-Glane for a historical visit, 10 minutes from the Château de Rochechouart for a discovery of contemporary art. You can also reach Limoges by train.

The Renaissance is on the heights of Saint Junien, a city of character, a city of leather, paper and porcelain. Pascale and Gilles from Alsace have fallen in love with this place where they live. They have renovated the old farmhouse and its non-adjoining sheepfold into a cosy, charming, independent gîte. It opens at the back to a pleasant, spacious and sheltered terrace, grounds with a private above-ground swimming pool and views over the countryside. The swimming pool (5 m 4 x 5 m 4, depth 1 m 3) is open from June 1st to September 30th depending on weather conditions. Hiking trails pass near the gîte, Saint Junien offers a variety of activities: fishing in the Glane and Vienne rivers, visits, golf, aqua-recreation centre... The mounts of Blond are nearby.

Bordering the Charente, 5 km from Saint Junien, Chaillac boasts a leisure complex with bowling, laser game, indoor soccer and restaurant. The totally independent, unoverlooked gîte opens onto a terrace overlooking lawned grounds and a 6x4 m above-ground heated swimming pool open from June to the end of September. Route départementale 86 passes right by the property.

On the first floor of his house, Laurent offers 2 well-equipped bedrooms: 27m², 160cm bed, private shower room, separate toilet, sitting area, welcome tray, desk... Breakfast is served on the terrace. On sunny days, you can continue the day with a dip in the pool. For lunch, head to the Lauryvan restaurant 500m away, also run by the owner. And why not spend the afternoon in the center of Saint-Junien, a 5-minute drive away?

At the entrance to Saint-Junien town center, Le B?uf Rouge is ideally located for enjoying the historic center. The hotel offers a warm welcome and 48 rooms. It has an outdoor swimming pool, open from June to September, and a terrace to enjoy the warm weather. A fitness room is also available. The hotel is also fully equipped for meetings and seminars, and has charging points for electric vehicles. The hotel offers a "soirée étape" from Monday to Friday evenings in its restaurant for business clients.

The site is a stone's throw from the Corot site, a starting point for hiking and mountain biking, and the Aïgua Bluia aquarecreation center. The site has a hand-crafted hydrant for emptying and filling up with water; a campsite set back from the town center, quiet, pleasant and safe; grassy, shaded reception area and camping pitches. Motorhomes are permitted all year round, but tents, vans and caravans are only allowed during sanitary facilities opening hours. Do you have a tent, van or caravan? For reservations, please contact Customer Relations: +33(0)1 83 64 69 21 or contact@campingcarpark.com