Discover Sauvat, Cantal, Auvergne's hidden gems

Tarmac sections open to traffic: 20%. This circuit follows the route of PR 24 and, despite some difficult sections, offers a short introduction to mountain biking. Tarmac sections open to traffic: 20%. This circuit follows the route of PR 24 and, despite some difficult sections, offers a short introduction to mountain biking. Start from the Louis Brousse school parking lot in the center of the hamlet of Vendes, take the left-hand road looking towards the school (near the 12th-century chapel). 1. At a wide bend in the road, turn right onto a small asphalt road. Once you've passed the last dwellings, this road gives way to a wide track that leads to the vacation village. 2. Just before the first houses of La Baraque, turn right down a wide track. At the first fork in the road, turn left uphill. 3. In sight of the summit, take the right-hand path down into the forest, cross a talweg and then climb up the forest slope to a wide, passable track. 4. Turn right on this ancient Roman road, which leads to Vendes at the Château.

Discover "Les Orgues" Distance : 4,5 km Durée : 2 h Balisage : vert Difficulté de parcours : assez facile Point de départ : belvédère des Orgues Intérêt : point de vue

This is a hike that gets as close as possible to the Correzian geological curiosity, the organ pipe-shaped rocks at Les Orgues de Bort.The itinerary starts at the Les Orgues car park. At the belvedere, take the path on the left and follow the blue markings in the undergrowth.Where the trail borders a meadow, turn right and continue straight ahead. At the house on the left, enter the woods.At the dry-stone wall, turn right. Go straight ahead towards a ruined barn, continue straight ahead. Go down through the woods, and in the bend, take a right turn. (before turning, a 50 metre round trip through the undergrowth on your left leads to a view over the Lac de Bort). Continue straight ahead. The Les Organs rock formations are on the right, and a view over the town on the left. Follow the trail halfway down the slope for a long distance, ignore a trail on the left (Bort information panel) and continue until you reach the road.Turn right onto the road, follow it for 100 metres. Go up the steps on your right. Also, turn right onto the next road. At the outer edge of the village of La Colombière, take the path to the right: leave a path on the right and follow the ""parking"" sign.Take the track to the left at the top of the path. At the Y-junction, go straight ahead. Then follow the path on the left before the entrance to the meadow to reach the esplanade."

Ce sentier vous emmène à une époque où les ruines de l'ancien moulin de Tony témoignent de l'austérité d'antan. L'activité de meunerie avait une importance primordiale pour le monde rural vivant en quasi autarcie. Le parcours vous permettra de découvrir une nature sauvage dans les gorges de la Triouzoune. Vous trouverez les villages typiques campagnards et profiterez d'une superbe vue sur les Monts d'Auvergne. Variante : +1,4km 2h30. Balisage jaune.

Don't forget your binoculars; you will regret it if you have the chance to observe a raptor flying over the Dordogne gorges!Park in the town hall car park. Take Rue du Moulin Barriè. Continue straight aheadAt the crossroads before the mill village, follow the road to the left. Go right at the next crossroads. Head towards the city of Vermillard.After the first house, take the path on the left; go along below the water tower. The path goes down in twists and turns into a path that you need to follow on the left for 200 m. Take a trail on the right that winds down to a small road.Go up to the left (right for the more difficult variant) to the crossroads.Go up alongside the stream, cross the road and then take the trail opposite. It winds its way up through the woods and joins a track that you followed on the right for some time.Follow the track on the right that goes down to the gorge and then up again. At the crossroads, follow the tarmac track on the right to reach Vernéjoux.In the village, take the second road on the right that leads to Enval. After a farm on the right, take the track on the left. In a bend, ignore a path on the right. Proceed: the track goes around the Puy d'Enval and joins a road.Turn left onto it; continue straight ahead ignoring several roads on your right and left. Go through Monange, passing an old oven and a well.After the last house, leave the main road and turn left towards the houses numbered 16 to 25. This little road becomes a path. Proceed. Go straight on at the crossroads after the meadow to join a road that you take on the right. Turn right at the next crossroads to reach the start, passing in front of the church.

Don't forget your binoculars; you will regret it if you have the chance to observe a raptor flying over the Dordogne gorges!Park in the town hall car park. Take Rue du Moulin Barriè. Continue straight ahead.At the crossroads before the mill village, follow the road to the left. Go right at the next crossroads. Head towards the city of Vermillard.After the first house, take the path on the left; go along below the water tower. The path goes down in twists and turns into a path that you need to follow on the left for 200 m. Take a trail on the right that winds down to a small road.Descend to the right (left for the easier variant) for 300 m to find a small path going down to the left. At the bottom of the descent, on the left; The trail passes between rocks at the bottom of the valley and then goes up to the road. Follow it to the right.Go up alongside the stream, cross the road and then take the trail opposite. It winds its way up through the woods and joins a track that you followed on the right for some time.Follow the track on the right that goes down to the gorge and then up again. At the crossroads, follow the tarmac track on the right to reach Vernéjoux.In the village, take the second road on the right that leads to Enval. After a farm on the right, take the track on the left. In a bend, ignore a path on the right. Proceed: the track goes around the Puy d'Enval and joins a road.Turn left onto it; continue straight ahead ignoring several roads on your right and left. Go through Monange, passing an old oven and a well.After the last house, leave the main road and turn left towards the houses numbered 16 to 25. This little road becomes a path. Proceed. Go straight on at the crossroads after the meadow to join a road that you take on the right. Turn right at the next crossroads to reach the start, passing in front of the church.

Sentier recensé par le topoguide "Randonnées au Pays de Bort-Artense", disponible gratuitement à l'Office de Tourisme de Bort. Distance : 7 km Durée : 2 h 30 Balisage : Jaune Goudron : 15 % Difficulté de parcours : moyen Point de départ : aire de pique-nique, route de Champs (2 km de Bort) Intérêt : point de vue sur les Orgues - Tourbières - Cascade de la Rhue (Saut de la Saule)

Sentier recensé par le topoguide "Randonnées au Pays de Bort-Artense", disponible gratuitement à l'Office de Tourisme de Bort. Distance : 3,5 km Durée : 1 h Balisage : Bleu Goudron : 60 % Difficulté de parcours : facile sauf au départ Point de départ : Pont en centre-ville Intérêt : point de vue sur Bort, Barrage, Orgues

Massif du Sancy, Château de Val, Lac de Bort, Les Orgues, an itinerary all about exploration...Depart from the Place du Foirail. Go back up to the RD 979. Cross it and go up the few steps.Take the small road that rises above Bort. Pass behind the Virgin’s statue and continue. At the top of a slightly steeper slope, take a trail to the right. You reach the village of La Côte. Go through it. Turn right at the next road junction to join the D979.Follow it on the left for 700 m, leaving, on the right, the road that goes down to Les Aubazines. As you leave of the village of Vioux, turn right onto the path parallel to the B-road which eventually joins it.Cross over and take the small road opposite. After 200 m, turn left onto the rising track. When you arrive at the edge of the forest, take the path on the right and then the path on the left. Continue the ascent straight ahead. At the T-junction, take the path on the left which joins the forest track.Follow it to the left. At the Y-junction, turn left. The track becomes a small tarmac road.At the crossroads, turn right. At the next crossroads, follow Les Orgues. On your right, leave Chaumeil then Le Roussillou.200 m after Le Roussillou, take a path on the left. Go straight ahead when you reach the old barn. The path continues for a long time below the organ pipe rock formations.At the crossroads, turn left. Follow the road on the left for a few metres and find the path on the right which goes down to Bort. Take the D979 to the left to find the starting point again.

Chemin de la Vierge, la Grange Bleue, le château de Pierrefitte, les Orgues et le chemin du Sacristain. Distance : 12,8km Durée : 3h Balisage : violet Difficulté de parcours : assez difficile (difficile sur le début) Point de départ : champs de foire Intérêt : point de vue sur la vallée de Bort et les Monts d'Auvergnes

Hamlet of 5 chalets set in over one hectare of land. Each chalet is completely self-contained, with no neighbouring chalets. It's in the heart of the countryside, close to the Gorges de la Dordogne, a remarkable natural area that's home to a bird sanctuary and much more besides! Imagine blue, green, forests, a river, a hill and a large meadow with 5 wooden cottages. Here you can spend quiet days relaxing, swimming in the pool or the Triouzoune lake in Neuvic or the one in Bort-les-Orgues, going for a jog, taking an electric bike to discover the Gorges de la Haute-Dordogne along the Ajustants tourist route, walking along the footpaths, boating, or visiting the many heritage or nature sites nearby.

Close to the exceptional site of Gratte-Bruyère, overlooking the gorges of the Haute-Dordogne, between forests and meadows, the 5 pretty chalets of Les Maisons de Coline are located in the heart of the Dordogne Basin Biosphere Reserve. Lovers of wide open spaces will have a great time swimming in the large lakes of Neuvic or Bort-les-Orgues, running on the trails or cycling along the small country roads and discovering the hidden treasures of this discreet corner of the Corrèze. They can also gaze at the horizon from the shelter of the terrace! Coline has created a bucolic atmosphere for this gîte, renovated in 2022. It comprises a fully-equipped kitchen, two bedrooms (1 bed 140, 3 beds 90), a shower room and separate toilet. The estate has been awarded the "Clef Verte" label for sustainable tourism, as well as the "Accueil Pêche" and "Accueil Vélo" labels. Very quiet site.

A world of blue and green, between forests, hills and the beautiful Dordogne: this hamlet of 5 chalets, all dressed in wood, is set in an exceptional environment, perfectly self-contained, with no neighbours. Chalet Sorbus comprises a living room, a fully-equipped kitchen, a bedroom (1 double bed, 1 sofa bed that can be converted into 2 single beds), a shower room and separate toilet. Thanks to its location in the heart of nature, the estate has been awarded the Clef Verte label for sustainable and eco-responsible tourism, and the Accueil Pêche and Accueil Vélo labels for the quality of its welcome. The estate gives everyone the chance to recharge their batteries, relax or work out at their own pace, as nature here is generous and offers a multitude of discovery activities off the beaten track. This chalet is not accessible to people with reduced mobility. Free Wi-Fi

There's plenty of space in this hamlet of 5 wooden cottages and a tiny, set in exceptional surroundings just 2 minutes from the Gratte-Bruyère site, overlooking the gorges of the Haute-Dordogne. Everything is functional and well thought-out, so you can spend your holidays as close to nature as possible. The estate has also been awarded the Clef Verte 2024 label. The OSTRYA chalet sleeps 5 in 2 bedrooms (1 double bed, 3 single beds). It also has a living room, shower room and separate toilet. The chalet is self-contained, with no neighbouring buildings. Nature lovers will find it impossible to get bored, whether swimming in the pool or in the large lakes of Neuvic or Bort-les-Orgues, going for a morning jog on the surrounding paths, or cycling along the Route des Ajustants. Whatever you do, the pretty terrace promises a well-deserved rest facing the Cantal mountains.

Just a stone's throw from the Dordogne River, between Corrèze and Cantal, this hamlet of 5 cottages has been awarded the Clef Verte, Accueil Vélo and Accueil Pêche labels. The intention is clear: to offer visitors a timeless stay in the heart of an exceptional environment, while maintaining an excellent level of quality in terms of accommodation, facilities and services. The BETULA chalet is just as comfortable and functional as the other 4 chalets: living room (TV and wifi) and fully-equipped kitchen open onto a pretty, protected terrace, 2 bedrooms (1 bed 140, 3 beds 80), a shower room and separate toilet. A truly rejuvenating stay, close to some of Corrèze's finest tourist attractions, including the great lakes of Neuvic and Bort-les-Orgues, the impressive dams and the famous gorges of the Haute-Dordogne! This chalet is not accessible to people with reduced mobility.

If you love the countryside, come and discover "La Bergerie" located in a hamlet above Bort-les-Orgues: an old farmhouse entirely renovated inside, with a panoramic view of the Orgues and the town of Bort, where you'll find all the shops, supermarkets, restaurants, summer entertainment, etc. Situated on the borders of the Cantal, Corrèze and Puy de Dôme departments, you'll be able to visit many tourist sites in the surrounding area: close to the Bort dam, the Chateau de Val (beach, water sports, exhibitions, etc.), the Dordogne gorges - on the Cantal side, the Puy Mary, the medieval town of Salers - on the Puy de Dôme side, the Sancy, spa resorts of La Bourboule and La Bourboule.on the Cantal side, Puy Mary, medieval town of Salers - on the Puy de Dôme side, Sancy, La Bourboule and Mont Dore spas, Fenestre park, Puy de Dôme, Vulcania, ........ Numerous outdoor activities between lakes an

Accompanied by a qualified and experienced guide, come and discover nature in the heart of the upper Dordogne valley. La Vitamine Verte offers a range of nature activities: - family nature outings; - nature clubs for 3-6 and 6-12 year-olds, - guided hikes, - nature awareness workshops 12-36 months, - forestschool. Workshops for groups on request (schools, RPE, MAM, leisure centers, SESSAD...). Open all year round.

Ideally located on the borders of the Auvergne and Limousin regions, the Central Hôtel offers a warm and friendly welcome. Agnès, Alain and the entire team at the Central Hotel are at your disposal to help you spend a pleasant moment in their establishment. During your stay, take advantage of the wellness area, spa, jacuzzi and hammam. We also offer relaxing weekends to come and recharge your batteries. Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

Riverside hotel in a peaceful environment, less than a kilometre from the town centre.

Covering an area of 1,000m², this museum houses approximately 20 machines once used in the tanning industry, such as fullering tools, scrapers and shaving knives, as well as machines used for drying/pressing, slitting, slating and staking leather. A video provides information on the tanning process and old photos depict the work of the tanner, transforming animal hides into the final leather product. The museum runs educational workshops for children. New: Come and discover, at the Tannery Museum, the school's small Museum. It is a reconstruction of a classroom, with objects, furniture and documents from the former school of Bort les Orgues.

The Church of Saint Martin (12th - 17th century) features ogival architecture, sculpted modillions and a fresco depicting Christ and the four Evangelists. Inscribed in 1968, it is open to the public (contact the town hall). Located on the village square, easy access - parking nearby. Closed. Pick up keys at Town Hall.

Located in the village of Ydes-Bourg and classified as a 12th-century historic monument, this is one of the finest features of the Nord-Cantal region. Its architectural facades and Templar history make it a highlight that's already well showcased. Self-guided tours available from the town hall

Permanent exhibition of butterflies and other insects from around the world. Located under the old school building in the heart of the village, the exhibition introduces visitors to the world's most prestigious species of insects and butterflies. Over 3,500 specimens are displayed in glass cases, accompanied by documents accessible to all. In addition to a fantastic variety of butterflies from every continent, you'll be able to admire the magnificent golden beetle from Costa Rica, gleaming buprestes, the giants of the night, as well as mygales and scorpions. The exhibition also gives pride of place to the discovery of local and French fauna. With its wealth of species and strange beauty of form, its enchanting colors and original evocation of exoticism, the exhibition will touch the sensibilities of everyone and arouse their admiration. The exhibition is complemented by an educational display of 20 panels explaining the importance of biodiversity.

This exhibition is housed in the sacristy of the church in Ydes bourg. It contains some of the most beautiful religious objects donated by the 12 communes of the Saignes canton. Exhibited in the church sacristy, it contains religious objects of great beauty from the 12 municipalities of the canton of Saignes. You can admire two pyxides from the 12th century, a nursing virgin from the 18thcentury, vestments, and more.

The Pic de Charlus is a landscaped site offering magnificent panoramic views over the Sumène valley and the Chastel-Marlhac plateau. A hiking trail leads to the site: PR 22: Le Pic de Charlus. Free access all year round. It is a "monogenic" volcanic edifice, i.e. a volcano with a single chimney, each eruption having produced, over a short period of time, only one type of lava. All that remained, after the passage of the glaciers, were remnants of the chimney known as necks. Charlus was also one of the most important fortresses in the Haute-Auvergne region. To this day, only a few sections of wall remain, along with a cross marking the entrance to the castle's ancient chapel. Charlus was first mentioned well before the year 1000, and the history of its successive owners ends at the dawn of the 19th century. The site offers a vast panorama from the Gorges de la Dordogne to the Monts du Cantal, well worth the effort of climbing to the summit. There is a hiking trail to help you get to know the site: PR 22: Le Pic de Charlus. Free access all year round.

12th-century chapel classified as a Monument Historique in 1921. The view extends over the Sumène valley, the Vic plain, the organs and puy de Bort, the Chastel-Marlhac plateau and the Milhac organs. Can only be visited on guided tours.

12th - 17th - 19th century church. Remarkable capitals and modillions, single nave, 2 side chapels added in the 15th century. Listed as a historic monument in 1921. The Eglise Sainte-Croix (12th century) went through numerous changes with time. There is a single nave, larger than the chevet, and has two side chapels that were added during the 15th century. The apse modillon are very interesting: on the right, a monster is eating a child that an angel is trying to save. There is about 20 metres between the door and the altar. The church stands in the centre of the village. Very easy access. Open. Or collect the keys from the town hall.

A look back at the mining past of Ydes and Champagnac. Presentation of the different mining sites, the shafts and the major events that marked the basin.

Unusual and quirky... A colorful garden dressed in textile delights that change with the seasons, according to the inspiration of land artist Michèle Dallon. Puppet theater, hammocks, masquerade costume, fabric maze and wheelbarrow rides. Kids love it! A small, poetic, tender and cosy world where reality merges with the imaginary. School vacations: Creative workshops for children aged 3 and over: puppets, doudous or weaving, Tuesday and Thursday, 10.30am to 12pm and 2.30pm to 4pm. On reservation. Puppet show Wednesday and Thursday at 4.30pm. Reading under the mulberry tree Monday at 3pm.

A footpath leads to the summit of Puy de Saignes, dominated by a beautiful metal cross, and featuring an orientation table and picnic tables. From Place de l'Eglise, follow signs for Le Monteil-Trizac. Free access all year round. You can discover Saignes and the surrounding area on the PR 19 hiking trail: La table basaltique de Chastel, with a short detour to climb to the top of Le Puy.

Restaurant for up to 46 people in the dining room and 30 on the terrace, offering traditional cuisine. Bar - takeaway - caterer.

Café, Brasserie, Pizzéria de la Poste located in the heart of the beautiful village of Saignes, near the church on route du Monteil. Workman's lunch every weekday, à la carte menu and pizzas in the evening, made with fresh produce. Friendly welcome.

On site or to take away, La Galinette offers pizzas and artisanal burgers, including foie gras and veal sweetbreads, made with fresh, local produce, as well as its tenderloin with blue cheese sauce, fries and salad. Drinks and desserts are also available. Don't hesitate to make a reservation. Fresh "smart pizza" and cold drinks vending machines, open 24/7.

Village restaurant-bar-grocery where we offer gourmet quality cuisine prepared with fresh, local, seasonal produce. A la carte menu and full menu at lunchtime on weekdays. In our small grocery store, you'll find products from the Cantalou region, as well as a few convenience goods. A friendly place with a pleasant terrace in the center of a charming village in the countryside.

Hello and welcome, Marinette, Grégoire and Delphine will be delighted to welcome you. We're both lovers, lovers of food and lovers of people, and our aim is to give you a simple experience you'll remember for a long time. Good-natured and loving to entertain, we can say that this is not a job but a real passion.

In the heart of the village of Sérandon, traditional cuisine and firewood oven cooked pizzas. Themed evenings and concerts, all in a cosy, family atmosphere.

Situated in the main square, near the Dordogne river, with a pleasant terrace. Authentic home-cooked cuisine.

Family-style cuisine based on local produce, served in a warm and welcoming setting.

Situated in the center of the town, family restaurant and local cuisine. Speciality "Truffade"

Our restaurant is located along the Dordogne river. Our specialties include fried foie gras, "Central-style tête de veau", lamb roasted in honey, chocolate fondue. NEWS : buffet BRUNCH menu : every saturday from 11:00 am to 15:00 pm. Lounge Bar : afterwork or garden party menu, tasting sessions for a personalized experience !

The “gîte,” attached to the landlord’s house, has its own independent door. It was renovated with character and contains a large living-room, a big fireplace with a wood burning-stove (free wood), a fully-fitted kitchen, dishwasher, washing-machine, dryer, TV, 2 bedrooms (2 double beds and 2 single beds, one of the bedroom is a mezzanine) - conservatory with garden lounge - garden - great view. 8 km away from shops & services - 18 km away from Bort-les-Orgues.

Quiet, comfortable self-contained gîte located between the Dordogne Valley and the Monts du Cantal. Close to a lovely watering hole. A games room equipped for leisure activities. Two steps from a multi-activity trail.

A winding, bucolic road leads to Marraine's home. A characterful Auvergne house (1872) welcomes nature-loving guests. This is the countryside, surrounded by meadows and cows, with a breathtaking view. On the day of your arrival, you can enjoy your first meal, a typical regional home-cooked meal using fresh local produce. There's plenty to do (mushrooming, fishing, hiking, swimming, horse-riding, country festivals, castles, arts and crafts, discovering the Cantalien terroir, gastronomy and heritage...). Rest and enjoy an unforgettable moment of relaxation at your own pace. A little cocoon of simplicity, calm and sincerity.

Detached character house in a quiet hamlet. Located at the crossroads of Cantal, Corrèze and Puy-de-Dôme. This gîte has a semi-enclosed plot of 1400m² with garden furniture, deckchairs barbecue and bicycle storage. First floor: fitted kitchen area, living room with fireplace, TV, wifi internet access, separate WC. Upstairs, 1 bedroom with 160cm bed, 1 bedroom with 140cm bed, 1 bedroom with 2 single beds, bathroom and separate WC. Beds made on arrival.

Our rooms are located in a late 19th-century mansion set in one hectare of landscaped grounds. Each room has its own private bathroom and toilet. A fully equipped kitchen is available on request. You the bowling green. Also for our motorbike friends, a motorcycle shelter is available. We are 10 minutes from the Bort-les-Orgues dam (beach, swimming, canoeing, pedalos...), 25 minutes from the Dordogne gorges and 30 minutes from the medieval town of Salers.

The Gîte des Abeilles, located in the village, combines the pleasures of nature with the conveniences of a village between the Monts du Cantal and the Massif du Sancy, in an exceptional natural environment. A multitude of activities ensure an unforgettable stay.

Semi-detached house comprising a living room and two bedrooms, one of which is a children's bedroom with 2 bunk beds and possibly a bed for a child under 4, plus a bathroom with toilet and walk-in shower. A garden on either side of the house, facing the Bois de Lempre lake.