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.

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

Go for a climb and discover the most beautiful panoramic views in the region!Walk alongside the church wall on the left, then continue straight on towards Bort-les-Orgues. Take the first track on the right and follow it to the houses, leaving the paths on your right. At the first crossroads in the village, go straight on. At the next crossroads, after passing the Saunat sign, take the road to the left.At the next intersection, go towards Saunat-Haut, then take the first road on the left. In front of the old school, turn right onto the trail/ When you reach the road, turn left. 150 m further on, take the path on the right, which goes up into the woodland undergrowth. At the next crossroads, which overlooks the houses, turn right and then go straight on at the crossroads of the tracks towards the Site of the Pyramid.At the next intersection, turn right to make a return trip to the Site de la Pyramide (1. 3 km round trip), from where you will have a breathtaking view of the Bort-les-Orgues dam and the Chateau du Val. Return to point 3.Go straight ahead to continue the route and then turn left at the road. At the end of the road, fork left onto the track, which then winds through the wood. At the first intersection, follow the left-hand track and then, 600 m further on, turn right onto a trail in the undergrowth. Follow it, keeping to the right.At the end of the wood, take the path on the right, leaving the houses on your left. At the next crossroads, turn left and then go past a barn. This route comes out onto the road, turn left. When you reach Le Pont Vert, turn left onto the D 127. After the house, turn right onto the path. This path crosses a road where you continue straight ahead on the trail opposite which continues across pastureland.When you reach a farmer's green polytunnel, turn left onto the track. In the village, follow the road straight ahead. At the crossroads, turn left and then immediately right onto a small road. After 600 m, turn left onto a trail lined with hedges. This trail leads to a road that you will always follow to the right to get back to the starting point. To get there, go straight through the village to the church.

Après avoir admiré le clocher campanile unique en France, partez à la découverte de la forêt corrézienne avec ses boisements de feuillus et résineux. Puis empruntez les traces des villageois qui rejoignaient le bourg par une magnifique ligne de crête boisée de chênes et de hêtres où le houx tient une place importante, forêt qui abrite de nombreux oiseaux et animaux sauvages à observer. Balisage jaune.

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, in perfect autonomy, without proximity or vis-à-vis with others. Chalet Sorbus comprises a living room, a fully-equipped kitchen, a bedroom (1 bed 140, 1 sofa bed convertible into 2 beds 90), a bathroom and separate toilet. Thanks to its location in the heart of nature, the estate has been awarded the "Clef Verte" label for sustainable, eco-responsible tourism, and the "Accueil Pêche" and "Accueil Vélo" labels for the quality of its welcome. The estate gives everyone the opportunity 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. Wifi free of charg

Plenty of space characterizes this hamlet of 5 wooden cottages and a tiny, set in exceptional surroundings 2 minutes from the Gratte-Bruyère site, overlooking the Haute-Dordogne gorges. Everything is functional and well-thought-out to make your vacation 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 bed 140, 3 beds 90). It also includes a living room, shower room and separate toilet. The chalet is self-contained, with no neighbouring buildings. For nature lovers, it's impossible to get bored between a swim in the pool or in the large lakes of Neuvic or Bort-les-Orgues, a morning jog on the surrounding trails, a bike ride on the route des Ajustants - but what's more, 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

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.

Welcome to our charming B&B in an idyllic setting, nestled in the heart of nature. A break in Corrèze offers a peaceful atmosphere and a true haven of peace for all travelers in search of tranquility and relaxation. Rooms feature comfortable beds, en-suite shower rooms and private terraces. Come and enjoy our heated saltwater swimming pool? Every morning, you can enjoy a continental or à la carte breakfast featuring fruit, juices and cheese. It will be served in your room. We're ideally located for exploring local attractions. Whether you're on a family vacation, romantic getaway or business trip, our bed & breakfast is the perfect place to recharge your batteries and feel right at home. You'll be 41 km from the Val Saint-Jean golf course and 42 km from the Casino de La B ...

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.

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.

Charlus: one of the most important fortresses of 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. The first references to Charlus date back to 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 - 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.

The memorial is dedicated to the history of the coal mining area of Ydes/Champagnac: different operating sites, pits, major events that have affected the area... Free in July and August. Enquire at town hall first.

Offbeat, confusing, unusual... A colorful garden, dressed in recycled fabrics that change with the seasons, according to the inspiration of land artist Michèle Dallon. Puppet theater, hammocks, masquerade costume, a fabric maze and wheelbarrow rides... Discovery at every step! Kids love it! A small, tender, poetic and artistic world where reality merges with the imaginary. Puppet shows, disguises and wheelbarrow rides from Monday to Friday, 4pm to 5pm throughout the summer. Creative workshops for children: puppet-making, cuddly toys, introduction to weaving Tuesday and Thursday from 10.30am to 12pm and from 2.30pm to 4pm during school vacations. From 3 years, by reservation.

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.

The Saint-Jacques de Vendes chapel (11th-12th c.) is listed historical monument and boasts a wall belfry with twin openings and a large forecourt. Mainly empty, it is open during summer for contemporary art exhibitions. Or you can take the keys from the town hall. Located in Vendes, it is accessible by car.

Two exhibition rooms allow you to discover more than a century of history and the life of the miners through numerous documents, plans, sketches, photos, several models including the 10m2 Mine Tile, tools and accessories. (lamps, helmets, picks,...) as well as a testimonial video. Open in July and August, Monday to Friday, 2pm to 5:30pm, by prior arrangement.

Naturally defended by high basalt cliffs, this plateau has always attracted man. Archaeological discoveries testify to a Celtic presence, then to a Gallic oppidum that became a Roman stronghold. Discover the plateau on the PR hike: The Chastel basalt table. A veritable citadel of lava! From a geological point of view, its origin is uncertain: it's either an ancient lake of hardened lava (a paléolac), a mound detached by erosion from the neighbouring planèze or an ancient lava flow. Go back in geological time with the adventure booklet "In pursuit of the secret of Chastel-Marlhac".

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

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"

Pizzas à emporter cuites au feu de bois

Limousin and Auvergne specialties. Our stylish dining room is decorated by an artist. Open all year long

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.

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.

A natural area with no marked pitches. A haven of peace for those seeking peace, relaxation and a change of scenery. A communal chalet for sanitary facilities and electric hook-ups are available. New for 2025: 1 mobile home for 6. For those who like the unusual, you'll appreciate the yurt and the 2 Canadian tents.