Cours du Fleuve
High standing gîtes for rent in the Dordogne
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Family's activities
There are numerous family's activities in the region of the Dordogne. This is only a small example of the many attractions proposed.
Le Bois des Lutins - Le Bugue
A spectacular net course at the top of hundred-year-old trees
a village of huts perched in the highest branches
2 hectares of games and discoveries, a marvellous land where goblins, fairies and gnomes live
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Parc du Bournat - Le Bugue
A family day in the year 1900
This village, carefully reconstructed down to the smallest detail, brings us back to the good old days, where yesteryear’s traditions, crafts and craftsmanship join together to form a real art of living “à la française”.
Far from the crowded cities, the “douceur de vivre” is rooted here, in Le Bournat. Located in the heart of the Périgord Noir Region along the banks of the Vézère River, the village reveals its half- timbered houses with walls dressed in stone or bound using clay mortar.
Aquarium du Perigord Noir
More than 6000 fish to see at this aquarium at Le Bugue. With feeding shows and an underwater gallery. There is plenty to amuse the children here. There is also a new insect zone with a glass-hive housing more than
80 000 bees. There is also a new Iguana Park set in an area of sub-tropical vegetation. - Alligator Park.
There are various feeding times that children can help with, and you can watch a diver feeding fish in the bigger tanks.
Le Gouffre de Proumeyssac- Le Bugue
Already infamous in the 18th century for its terrifying legends, the Gouffre de Proumeyssac was not explored until 1907. Known as the « Cathedral of Crystal », Proumeyssac is currently the largest developed cave in the Périgord.
tunnel provides easy access to this vast underground vault, whose walls are adorned with a multitude of closely-packed and exceptionally beautiful crystal formations. The new light show set to music adds to the originality of this site. The 45 minute tour, led by experienced guides, will leave a lasting impression
Jacquou Park, Le Bugue
A mini theme park featuring a water park, farm, restaurant and bar.
A relatively small theme park but with a great atmosphere, plenty to do. A good day out for all of the family.
Combining an animal park, water park and an amusement park, there is plenty to amuse children, young and old, for a day. You can pet the llama, goats and even a highland cow, or if you prefer the water, then the slides and pools will keep children amused for hours. A bouncy castle, mini golf and amusement rides for the younger children means that you can spend the whole day here, either with a picnic or enjoy a snack in the restaurant and bar area.
Lac de Neufont
In the heart of Périgord, in an enchanting natural setting, the Neufont lake provides many leisure activities including bathing It is a must see site for holidays .
The stretch of water proposes 2 supervised beaches of which, one is in a shady spot near a 75 m long aquatic slide.
Picnic tables are set in the undergrowth.
Other leisure activities include beach volley, pétanque court, children’s games and pedalo.
There is also a bar/restaurant La Ginguette de Neufont by the water, serving local cuisine at very reasonable prices and in a friendly atmosphere.