Discover Royere-de-vassiviere at Entre Terre et Lac

An original trail for a 30 km adventure on foot or by mountain bike around the lake: an undulating course between woods and moors, banks and peaks, footbridges on stilts, lake arms, dykes flush with the water and granite plank bridges. For the more experienced, variants allow you to extend the route to 50km. Take advantage of the different facets of the lake and walk according to your desires by boarding the shuttle boats (ask about their operation). The map of the shoreline trail is available free of charge in the Tourist Offices.

This circuit is perfect for those who love nature, local heritage and getting away from it all.From the church at Beaumont-du-Lac, go down to the Town Hall. Before the fountain, turn right and go down to the D210.When you reach the road, turn left onto it and, 200 m further on, take a track on your right. Walk along beside the low stone wall.At the crossroads, turn left and continue until you reach the hamlet of "La Virolle".On the way, look at the Virolles cross in front of you. Take the road on the left and continue on to a more major road. Then turn right up the hill.Take the path that rises on the left and continues up to a mound. Continue along this path until you reach a tarmac road.When you reach the minor road, follow it on the right until you reach the D222. Cross it and continue on the left. A few dozen metres further on, take the trail on the right that leads you to the Lake Vassivière shoreline trail. Follow it to the left.After a good walk, at the crossroads, take the uphill path on the left to reach a road. `When you get to the road, follow it on the right for a few metres.When you reach the menhir, climb the hill behind it. At the top of the hill, take the Chemin des Poètes, the Poets' Path, to the left until you reach the point where five paths cross.At the crossroads, take the right-most track and continue up to the plateau: It is possible to go and see different viewpoints and exceptional sites by taking the path on your left. (1.5 km round trip). Orientation table, and, below on the right, the site of the Brunagères rocks. Continue on this path and go through a small metal gateway that allows you to climb up through dry heathland. Close the gate tightly, because a herd of harmless goats occupies the site. Once you have enjoyed the exceptional view and the tumulus, retrace your steps to the main path (where you turned left, and then pass in front of the orientation table)Once you reach the main trail, continue on the downward trail on your left to reach a crossroads with a tarmac track. Follow this track to the village of Quenouille.Go through the hamlet on your left. When you reach the road, follow it to the left and go down. After you pass the lavoir (the communal laundry), take the track on the left which passes between two low stone walls (Information panel "Chemin des Poètes", the Poets' Path). Continue along the path up to the forest track.At the track, turn right for 5 metres and then take the track on the left. Follow it until you reach another track.Turn right towards the woods. At the next crossing, continue straight ahead until you reach a pastured valley.Turn right before the tarmac portion. Ignore all the paths that go to the left or right, and continue straight ahead.Take the path on the left, which becomes a stone track. Follow the path until you reach the village and the church.

An original trail for a 28km adventure on foot or mountain bike around the lake: an undulating route through woods and moors, shores and peaks, footbridges on stilts, arms of the lake, dykes flush with the water and granite plank bridges. For the more experienced, there are variants that extend the route to 50km. Take advantage of the lake's many facets and hike to your heart's content aboard one of our water cabs (please enquire for details). The shoreline trail map is available free of charge from Tourist Offices.

The "circuit des légendes" is a 23.5 km circuit around the lake, a large part of which was used during the 3 Tour de France time trials (1985,1990,1995) held at Vassivière. The great men of cycling who have fought it out on these Vassivière roads wanted this circuit to pay tribute to its greatest champion, Raymond Poulidor, who made his debut here.

A trail that lets you appreciate the different facets of Lake Vassivière!Start the hike at the car park in front of the Tourist Office in Lac de Vassivière. Walk alongside the beach at Auphelle and pass behind the hotel. Continue alongside the port of Auphelle and continue straight ahead.At the campsite turn right and continue straight ahead. Then pass between two stones and take the path through the forest. Continue through the Crozat Woods.Go back up onto the road, following it on the left, then 50 m further on take the trail to the left and, immediately, to the right. Cross the road and take the path opposite.When you reach the road, turn left and follow the road.Follow the path to the left along the lake. Go past a wooden pontoon and continue straight ahead.When you reach the road, turn left.When you arrive in Nergout, follow the trail to the left. Go down and then go up the stairs and along the beach. Go across the beach at Vauveix. Walk alongside the campsite and the pontoons.When you reach the road, follow the signs for Masgrangeas.After the snack bar, turn left and then right to go along a pontoon.After the pontoon turn left.At the road go towards Masgrangeas and turn left.Take the trail to the left.Take the path on the left just before the road.Turn right and do not miss the path on the left.At the road, turn left.Take the uphill path to the right.Once in the hamlet, at the road, turn left and go towards the path on the left.At the dike, take the road to the right.After the dike, take the trail immediately on the left.After the water ski base, turn to the left along the road to take the dam. After this, continue on the road.Do not miss the uphill path into the forest on the right.At the road, turn right.

Departing from Auphelle, this fourth stage of the 17km GR® de Pays Monts et Barrages en Limousin takes you to Nedde, in the heart of the Limousin mountains. For the first few kilometers, the trail skirts the shore of the lake, offering fine panoramic views of Vassivière Island. It then gradually moves away from the lake, winding its way through forests, moors and damp valleys, passing through the alvéoles, a typical feature of the Montagne Limousine. Along the way, you'll come to appreciate the tranquility of the landscape. On arrival, the picturesque village of Nedde welcomes you with its richly preserved heritage.

Landscapes of moors, grasslands and wetlands have given way to 45 hectares of water for electricity production.From the Place de Faux-la-Montagne, opposite the 12th-century church, with the covered laundry on the right below, follow the road to Gentioux (D992) for 300 m until you reach the fountain at the edge of the village.Take the "Chemin de la Fontaine-Pouilleuse" on the left of the fountain, leave the ascending path on the left and carry on to the Traluamont crossroads near Lake Faux.Turn left onto the path that runs alongside the lake in a hardwood forest. About 700 m further on, go up the path on the left: it leads away from the lake and reaches a crossroads.Go down to the right on the trail, until you reach a clearing with lots of broom and find the shore of the lake.At the intersection, go down to the right behind the Dorat dam. This multi-arch dam is of a type rare in France. Go back up then continue to the right on the trail beside the lake until you reach a path under the trees. Turn right and take it, cross the bridge over the La Maulde River and continue until you reach a crossroads.Continue straight ahead until you reach a new intersection.Turn right and take the path that goes down through the undergrowth towards the lake. Go along it until you reach the D992.Follow the D992 on the right (in the direction of Faux-la-Montagne), cross the dam (viewpoint on both sides) and fork right just after it to find the trail to follow.Then turn left to reach Faux-la-Montagne.

To discover another facet of the wealth of architectural and natural pleasures of the Plateau de Millevaches, where its most beautiful treasures are hidden.From the car park 200 m below the intersection between the D992 and the road leading to Jalagnat, take the latter to the right. After the housing development, go down the path to the right.Cross the Pont de la Gane, follow the upward path and turn left onto the path beneath the trees. Pass between two meadows, and you arrive at an intersection.Leave the track on the right and take the trail to the right 20 m further down. Pass between two low walls and arrive at a crossroads.Turn left (here you can go and see a ""miniature"" mill, taking the track on the right). Go through the woods and peat bogs, blueberries in season. Find the road, and follow it on the right for 50 m.Take the path on the left (if you continue straight ahead, you can go to Les Rochers de Clamouzat). Walk alongside the ruins of a shepherd's hut, and you arrive in front of three remarkable beech trees. Cross the road and continue straight along the same path. The village of Arzaillers is on the right. Variant: to shorten the circuit (9 km): take the road on the left for 200 m and follow the GR 440. Cross the road, take the path in front of you and continue to the right on the GR leading to the EDF Holiday Centre (you can go to see the Chammet dam by going through the Centre and following the GR on the right).Before the Centre, go up a path on the left. To reach a viewpoint overlooking the bog of the Ribière de l'Age, cross the D85. Continue straight ahead, arrive on the D16 and turn right until you reach Loudoueineix.In this small typical Limousin village, on the left, go up the small road that turns into a path. At the crossing continue straight ahead, passing in front of the Croix de la Gane. Ignore one path on the right, take the next one on the right, then immediately go left.Go through a forest (you can see a moor on the right), and you arrive on a track. Turn right then left, go through the hamlet of Bessat and follow the small road to the right.Take the D85 for 200 m to the right (you can see the Bessat-Bellevue bog on the right).Take a path on the left. Leave a path that starts on the left. Pass between two low walls. You come out on the D3.Turn right to return to Faux-la-Montagne.

This 194 km loop takes in the Plateau de Millevaches and the Monédières at altitudes ranging from 800 to 900 m, in the heart of wide-open spaces dotted with heather and fern moors, peat bogs and mainly coniferous and beech forests. In Corrèze, the GR® 440 crosses Treignac, Chaumeil, Saint-Yrieix le Déjalat, Bonnefond, Meymac (return journey of a few kilometers), Saint Merd les Oussines, Chavanac, Millevaches, Saint-Setiers, Peyrelevade. Between Chauzeix and Chaumeil, 500 m from the circuit, the Suc au May orientation table offers a magnificent panorama.

In the middle of the King of the Forests, you will breathe deeply to the top of the Haute-Vienne!At the intersection, take the road on your left.At the crossroads, take the leftmost path that climbs through the woods. Follow it, leaving the intersections to the right until you reach a crossroads of five paths.At the crossroads, take the track ahead and slightly to the right which goes down. Three hundred metres further on, take the track on the left between the brooms and continue until you reach the road leading to Croux.Take the road on your left until you reach the village. Go through the hamlet of Croux straight ahead and continue along the path after the houses. The path leads to a track: continue up the hill.Leave the track and take, immediately to the left, before the crow's feet, the path passing between the firs. Climb up until you see the site of the Three Crosses on your left.At the site of the Three Crosses, continue on the path down. Dangerous descent among the stone blocks. At the crossroads below, take the path that also goes up through the middle of the blocks and continue to the crossroads.At the crossroads of four paths, take the one on the right. Continue, ignoring the intersections, until you reach a forest track.When you get to the track, follow it to the left and, one kilometre further on, just before a bend, take the path that goes up through woods. Walk alongside a field and continue until you reach an intersection.At the intersection, continue straight ahead for a few metres and then turn left at the crossroads. Continue up to the road.Cross the road and go, opposite, in the direction of Mazeau Nicot. Go through the village and continue on this path until you reach the D21 road. Follow this to your right and continue until you reach the starting point.

Studio with separate kitchen, in the owners' basement. One bedroom with 2 single beds, sofa, TV (TNT), kitchen (oven, MO, fridge-freezer, LL), bathroom, WC. Garden furniture, barbecue, deckchairs, cot, highchair. Open from April to November

Les Pitouilles campsite, with its feet in Lake Vassivière, welcomes you from April to mid-October, as a family, with friends, or in a group. Come and enjoy our various activities in high season (archery, canoeing, fitness room), for a sporting vacation. Alternatively, our private beach and relaxation area (jacuzzi, sauna) will win you over for a relaxing vacation. Nature lovers will also find what they're looking for: hiking and mountain biking trails. We offer a wide range of accommodation: 4/5-seater maisonettes, 4-seater chalets, 4-seater mobile homes, or 6- and 8-seater chalets. For group stays or large events, we can also offer you the possibility of renting the large dining room and its kitchen, which can be prepared by you or us on request.

Just 400 m from Lac de Vassivière (1,000 ha) with water sports, fishing and hiking, this former farmhouse has been converted into a typical hamlet. The gîte opens onto a terrace and shaded lawn with swing and slide.

Our comfortable gites are ideally located on the shores of Lac de Vassivière (between 60 m and 400 m from the lake), in the heart of the great forests of the Plateau de Millevaches. A cot, high chair and changing mat are available for the little ones. Our gites are fenced in so that we can welcome your pets free of charge. Wifi access. Royère de Vassivière and its shops are a 5-minute drive away, or a few minutes more by bike or on foot. A wide range of leisure activities are available: hiking, mountain biking, mountain biking, swimming, paddling, canoeing, windsurfing, boating, fishing, accrobranches, horse riding, mini-golf, golf, pétanque, terra aventura, ... and why not visit our market stalls, or take part in the storytelling festival, or visit the resistance or insect museums, ... or just laze around. Book online at gitesdevassiviere.fr

Terrace boats accessible to all (no permit required). Come and (re)discover the lake for a stroll, a picnic on the water or an evening out with the bistro du lac. Rental by the day, half-day or 2 hours.

Nearby on Lake Vassivière, in a quiet environment, enjoy the nature activities on offer. 72m2. Living room, kitchen. 2 bathrooms with shower and washbasin. 2 bedrooms (1 bunk bed and 2 single beds per room). 2WC. A barn is at your disposal to put equipment (saddlery, bike, motorbike...). Meadow for horses

Comfortable Creusois gîte located in the quiet hamlet of Masgrangeas, a stone's throw from Lac de Vassivière. Several hiking trails start from the gîte. All the amenities of Royère-de-Vassivière are just 5 minutes away by car or 15 minutes by bike (supermarket, butcher's shop, Tuesday morning market, pharmacy, tobacconist, bar-restaurant, etc.). Online booking: www.leferacheval-vassiviere.com

Comfortable Creusois gîte located in the quiet hamlet of Masgrangeas, a stone's throw from Lac de Vassivière. Several hiking trails start from the gîte. All the amenities of Royère-de-Vassivière are just 5 minutes away by car or 15 minutes by bike (supermarket, butcher's shop, Tuesday morning market, pharmacy, tobacconist, bar-restaurant, etc.). Online booking: www.leferacheval-vassiviere.com

Le Barrage, a unique, immersive adventure game inspired by escapist games! Opposite the lake in Auphelle, this play area on the theme of legends showcases the heritage, culture and gastronomy of the Limousin region through three worlds. In a world where nature threatens us, will you be able to cope with an exceptional flood? from 2 to 5 players. Not forgetting the trail of legends, the legendary treasure hunt! And for 2024: " L?ile aux serpents: à la recherche du trésor perdu", the new canoe adventure Visits to the dam and hydroelectric power station, Fridays by prior arrangement. On-site local snack.

A remarkable hydroelectric heritage! The Vassivière dam, located on the Maulde river, supplies water to the Mazet underground hydroelectric plant at Peyrat-le-Château. In addition to producing electricity for 40,000 people a year (the equivalent of the town of Brive), this site helps to maintain the low-water level of the Vienne river and, thanks to its lake, is a major tourist attraction in the heart of the Limousin region. Find out more about this industrial site, how it works, its history and the jobs of the people who work there! Identity document MANDATORY with the first and last name given in the booking.

Aplouf is the specialist for your crazy family laughter on the shores of Lake Vassivière! Located on the beach of Vauveix, you can meet us every day to paddle with your family, to put your balance to the test, or to paddle and have fun on the water games! Canoes, waterballs (big balls floating on the water: the goal of the game? try to stand and walk on the water!), water park. Activities supervised by a BNSSA.

12-hole mini-golf course, pétanque, palets vendéens, mölkky, outdoor games. Covered terrace and on-site catering (Le 13)

A real moment of relaxation and escape in the treetops. Climb from tree to tree (monkey bridge, zip lines, suspended logs, Tarzan's liana, surfing, footbridges, nets, etc.) on original courses that are safe for everyone. Surprise yourself! Adrenaline guaranteed! 100 varied games divided into 8 progressive courses Children's course: from 4 years old / height arms raised: 1m20 and 1m50 Adult course: from 11 years old / height arms raised: 1m80 (for minors, access to the black course under conditions)

0% pain, 100% action! No projectiles, no pain, no specific holding: just adrenaline, technology and sport Parkattak moves in your home, based on a sporty and playful outdoor concept, with friends, family, employees, etc. From 7 years old. Accessible to people with reduced mobility.

7.3 km hiking trail to discover La Presqu'île. Highest point 741 metres.

Site Natura 2000. Zone humide protégée.

Emerged in 1952, the island is now an emblematic site of contemporary creation, where centuries intertwine. The authentic heritage of the former Vassivière estate challenges the modern architecture of the Centre International d?art et du paysage. In the unique Sculpture Wood, land-art works stand side by side with ancient trees. "Skate on Otro?s creation; admire the Eiffel unicorn from the lighthouse tower. In the ancestral "Pierre à Pain" oven, Benoît, the baker, lets his creativity ferment and offers his traditional wood-fired breads in season. Other attractions include Terra-Aventura geocaching, an orienteering course, a garden of simple plants, Le Pré du Lac restaurant and the Boutique de L?île, a showcase for 100% Limousin specialties and know-how. The island is accessible all year round, on foot. In summer, you can take the little train or shuttle boat.

The Art Centre building is a Remarkable Contemporary Architecture designed by architects Aldo Rossi and Xavier Fabre in 1987-1991. It offers 3 different temporary exhibitions per year. Many artists from the national and international scene have exhibited their works there. Numerous meetings, workshops, visits...

Discover some sixty open-air works, temporary or permanent, monumental or discreet, spread over the 70 hectares of Vassivière Island, brought together under the name of "Bois de sculptures"! Launched in 1983, the Bois de sculptures represents 40 years of artistic commissions and reflects the major movements in contemporary sculpture. Set between forest, meadow and lakeshore, the works can be admired as the seasons change and you stroll along.

On the Limousin plateau, a land of migrant masons, women have maintained special ties with plants: Ritual, medicinal, cosmetic and everyday plants. This beautiful organic garden bears witness to and pays tribute to this heritage. The Simples de l'île de vassivière garden was created by aromatic and medicinal plant growers from the Syndicat Simples en Limousin.

Come and discover one of the most beautiful views of the lake on the Vauveix beach while enjoying a delicious cocktail or the famous house burger. The Vauveix snack bar offers hot and cold sandwiches, hot dogs, French fries, salads, daily specials, grilled Limousin beef, Italian ice creams, waffles, hot drinks, soft drinks, alcoholic and fresh fruit cocktails, beer and wine.

One-course meals at lunchtime. In the evenings, fresh regional produce platters to share, beers, wines and house cocktails to taste. Theme evenings every Sunday in July and August. Open onto the lake, moments of tasting and relaxation guaranteed. Covered terrace. On-site leisure area, miniature golf course, pétanque court.... For groups, Le TREIZE and ADI MILLES Tour offer a day at Vassivière: boat tour of the lake + mini-golf.

How about taking to the open sea for a moment, for a tasty stroll along the water on Lac de Vassivière? Franck offers you a tasty and convivial moment of relaxation aboard his boat, a 12-seater catamaran accessible to people with reduced mobility. Selection of quality local produce, charcuterie and cheese boards. Throughout your escapade, he'll explain all the facets of this lake with its jagged shores, its biodiversity, its history and its anecdotes. Whether you're with the family, friends or a group, choose your formula. Hot and cold drinks for sale. Event organization, fishing outings, birthdays, seminars, stag and hen parties, picnics on the water. For groups, Le TREIZE and ADI MILLES Tour offer a day out at Vassivière: visit the lake by boat + entry to the mini-golf course.

Ideally situated on the Broussas peninsula on the edge of the lake, this friendly guinguette offers convivial cuisine and freshly harvested produce. It's the place to be for summer evenings at the heart of the lake. Every week, come and listen to quality concerts. Atmosphere guaranteed. On-site supervised beach in summer, children's play area, shuttle boat departure. Reopening April 29, 2023.

On the edge of the Nergout beach, panoramic view of Lake Vassivière. Come and enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets on the lake. Pizzeria, salad, burger.

Festive, friendly atmosphere. L'Alméria offers traditional, family-style cuisine, as well as themed evenings and meals: surprises, moules frites, karaoke, gambas... Pizzas made in the large dining room remain the speciality of L'Alméria.

A festive, friendly atmosphere!

small beach restaurant open in summer

The bistro du lac offers pizza and food to take away or on site. Beer bar. Come and enjoy the Terrace overlooking the lake.

Coffee, lunch, ice creams & delicacies, the Pré du Lac café-restaurant located in the castle on the island of Vassivière, in the heart of a unique natural and cultural heritage. An exceptional terrace overlooking the lake and the sculptured wood; and inside, a warm and friendly atmosphere in a contemporary setting.

Our comfortable gites are ideally located on the shores of Lac de Vassivière (between 60 m and 400 m from the lake), in the heart of the great forests of the Plateau de Millevaches. A cot, high chair and changing mat are available for the little ones. Our gites are fenced in to welcome your pets free of charge. Wifi access. Royère de Vassivière and its shops are 10 minutes away by car, or a few minutes more by bike or on foot. A wide range of leisure activities are available: hiking, mountain biking, mountain biking, swimming, paddling, canoeing, windsurfing, boating, fishing, accrobranches, horse riding, mini-golf, golf, pétanque, terra aventura, ... and why not visit our market stalls, or take part in the storytelling festival, or visit the resistance or insect museums, ... or just laze around. Book online at gitesdevassiviere.fr

Our comfortable gites are ideally located on the shores of Lac de Vassivière (between 60 m and 400 m from the lake), in the heart of the great forests of the Plateau de Millevaches. A cot, high chair and changing mat are available for the little ones. Our gites are fenced in so that we can welcome your pets free of charge. Wifi access. Royère de Vassivière and its shops are a 5-minute drive away, or a few minutes more by bike or on foot. A wide range of leisure activities are available: hiking, mountain biking, mountain biking, swimming, paddling, canoeing, windsurfing, boating, fishing, accrobranches, horse riding, mini-golf, golf, pétanque, terra aventura, ... and why not visit our market stalls, or take part in the storytelling festival, or visit the resistance or insect museums, ... or just laze around. Book online at gitesdevassiviere.fr

Large wooden chalet on a large plot of land. In a natural setting, close to the Vauveix beach, come and enjoy all the activities offered by Lac de Vassiviere.

This campsite situated on the banks of Vassivière Lake (1 000 ha) and built on several terraces, has 96-berth marina. The flat and semi-shady pitches have, for the most part, an incredible view over the lake. The campsite is quiet and pleasant. The beach with its various aquatic activities is only a few metres away from the campsite.

In the heart of the natural Limousin countryside and on the banks of Vassivière Lake (1 000 ha), La Presqu'Ile Campsite welcomes you to relaxing or active family holidays.Ideal for fishing holidays it also has a small marina open from June to September. (Permanent rentals : 10 wooden huts and 20 independent mobile chalets)

Studio with separate kitchen, in the owners' basement. One bedroom with 2 single beds, sofa, TV (TNT), kitchen (oven, MO, fridge-freezer, LL), bathroom, WC. Garden furniture, barbecue, deckchairs, cot, highchair. Open from April to November

Large house with lake view. Access to large terrace with deckchairs and garden furniture. Thalasso shower. 200m from the beach and port of Nergout, and "2 pas" from the Sentier de rives du lac de Vassivière.

Independent studio. Room with sitting area (sofa bed, TV, DVD). Fitted kitchen area (fridge-freezer, MO, oven), shower room, WC. Enclosed terrace overlooking the lake, deckchairs, barbecue, fishing-garage room (LL). Cyrille, woodturner, offers demonstrations in his workshop-boutique. Evelyne offers Tuina massage in the relaxation area (jacuzzi, sauna). Leisure facilities on site: sauna and jacuzzi.

Opposite the lake, possibility of renting 3 units in the same house for up to 15 people. Common to all rentals: fishing-garage area (LL, gas stove, sink, bike storage). Cyrille, woodturner, offers demonstrations in his workshop-boutique. Evelyne offers Tuina massage in the relaxation area (jacuzzi, sauna). Leisure facilities on site: Sauna, 2 jacuzzis.

Studio of 25 m2. 1 sofa bed, TV, kitchenette (2 electric plates, refrigerator, coffee maker, MO), bathroom, toilet. Electric heating. Terrace overlooking the lake, deckchairs, barbecue, bicycle room, garage (washing machine), fishing room Cyrille, woodturner, offers demonstrations in his workshop-boutique. Evelyne offers Tuina massage in the relaxation area (jacuzzi, sauna). Leisure facilities on site: sauna and jacuzzi.