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The beautiful stones of Limousin

Haute-Vienne is the destination for everyone! Come and admire its distinctive architecture, its castles or even the legends of certain stones.

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6 castles to see in the Monts du Limousin
The Monts du Limousin are home to an exceptional heritage! Let yourself be charmed by six castles that will take you back in time to different eras, and immerse yourself in the...
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©Chateau De Montbrun Dournazac|Office de Tourisme Pays de Nexon - Monts de Châlus
Montbrun Castle
In Dournazac, in the heart of the Périgord Limousin Natural Park, set amidst chestnut groves, you’ll find this fabulous 12th and 15th century fortress, the Château de...
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Living my life as a knight
Do you love the history of knights, medieval culture and everything related to that era? In Haute-Vienne (Limousin), we offer you the chance to experience something unique and...
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On foot or by bike… walks and hikes around castles!
Are you a lover of outdoor activities 🥾 but also enjoy discovering heritage and beautiful estates? We’ve selected a number of itineraries for you to enjoy panoramic views...
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Castle life

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Our 16 castles to visit
Discover the rich history and majestic charm of Haute-Vienne through its 16 emblematic...
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Living my life as a knight
Do you love the history of knights, medieval culture and everything related to that...
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©Château de Bonneval |@itineramagica - @foehn_photographie
A magical night in a castle
How about a magical weekend for two in one of our exceptional Haut-Viennois...
Chateau de châlucetChâteau de châlucet, famille, rando
©Famille au château de châlucet|@Maxime Authier
On foot or by bike… walks and hikes around castles!
Are you a lover of outdoor activities 🥾 but also enjoy discovering heritage and...

La route richard coeur de lion

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©Château de Montbrun |@mathilde_rlb
Richard the Lionheart Road Trip
Have you heard about the Richard the Lionheart Route in Limousin and are you interested? Not sure where to start or which site to visit? 🔍 We have THE solution. 👍 Ready to...
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©Château de Châlus-Chabrol à Châlus, route de Richard Coeur de Lion, Voie Verte|Itinera Magica
Top 5 sites on the Richard Lionheart Route
Follow in the footsteps of Richard the Lionheart during a stay in Haute-Vienne, in the Parc Naturel Régional du Périgord Limousin. We’ll take you with us to discover part...

Our favorites

Stroll through our beautiful Limousin countryside, hike the trails and admire all that Haute-Vienne has to offer.
Along the way, admire one of our castles or our stones of legend, our breathtaking views of our most beautiful villages, and let your imagination run wild in Haute-Vienne!

The stones of legends

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©Circuit Des Megalithes Randonnee Limousin|@Sabine Massé
Discovering the megalith circuit
Would you like to combine the pleasures of hiking and unusual discoveries by unraveling the mysteries of singular stones? This is the place! Discover dolmens, menhirs and rocky...
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©Departement Haute Vienne 87 Pierre Branlante 2022 ©maxime Authier (9)
Every stone has its legend: top stones with legends not to be missed
On your walks in Haute-Vienne, the hills and forests are dotted with menhirs, dolmens and legendary stones. In Limousin, megaliths and granite rocks are often associated with...

Top 5 most beautiful villages

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Stroll through our typical alleyways
How about a few detours in Limousin? If you love cobbled streets, half-timbered houses and the history of old neighborhoods… Come along and enjoy the atmosphere of the...
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Top 5 of our most beautiful villages
You don’t know the villages in our destination? Don’t panic! You’ll soon catch up and be charmed. We’ll tell you all about these villages, which,...
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©Montrol Sénard École|©cdt87
Time travel: discover the Limousin of yesteryear
It’s an immersion in the Limousin way of life of yesteryear! With its inhabitants determined not only to preserve traces of the past, but also to pass them on,...
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©Segur Le Chateau Maison Henri Iv|OTI Pays de Saint- Yrieix , Maxime Authier
Our most beautiful villages in France
When you go on vacation, it’s always nice to take a stroll through one of the 🏠 “Beaux Villages de France”. In Haute-Vienne, the village of 🏆 Mortemart in the...
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Villefavard Farm
La Ferme de Villefavard, Centre Culturel de Rencontre, invites you to immerse yourself in an exceptional artistic universe in the heart of the Limousin countryside. Nestled in...

Limousin experiences

Haute-Vienne in Limousin is an invitation to live new experiences. Discover this land, still little known, yet rich in history.

In Limousin, you’ll be able to discover craftmanship that travels the world, gastronomy that will delight the taste buds of young and old, and unique landscapes and stories.

Randonnée sur les chemins de randonnée de Saint-Germain- Les-Belles, été 2023, Communauté de Communes Briance Sud Haute Vienne, Haute - Vienne, France.Randonnée sur les chemins de randonnée de Saint-Germain- Les-Belles, été 2023, Communauté de Communes Briance Sud Haute Vienne, Haute - Vienne, France.
©Randonnée sur les chemins de randonnée de Saint-Germain- Les-Belles, été 2023, Communauté de Communes Briance Sud Haute Vienne, Haute - Vienne, France.|Hélène Degrandpré
Protected species on our hiking trails
Hiking in Haute-Vienne is a rendez-vous with nature, an encounter with rare species and protected fauna. Put on your hiking boots, grab your favorite camera and take your time...
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©Lake Wakepark - Saint- Pardoux|@visitlimousin
Wakeboarding at Lac de Saint-Pardoux
At Lac de Saint-Pardoux, among our favorite activities are water sports 💦 Today, for you, we took to the water (and not just a little 😅) and tried out a new...
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©Gare De Limoges @Itinera Magica|@Itinera Magica
Visit Limoges in 24h
The city of art and history, capital of the Arts of Fire, welcomes you to discover its nuggets for a day! ✨ Come and admire a world-unique collection of 12,000 pieces of...
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©Chiens De Traineau En Limousin En Haute Vienne|©Christelle Rama
Unique dog sledding adventure
Experience a unique adventure in the heart of nature with Skodenar, specialists in dog sledding tours. 🌿 Let yourself be guided through our beautiful trails for a cani-kart...
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©Porcelaine De Limoges En Bord De Vienne © Ville De Limoges Thierry Laporte|@Thierry Laporte
Limoges porcelain exported worldwide
Porcelain is an art form in the Limousin. Limoges and the surrounding area have been able to spread this know-how far beyond the Limousin’s borders. The porcelain...
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©Voie Verte Des Hauts De Tardoire Velo|©Itinera Magica - Foehn Photographie
The Voie Verte des Hauts de Tardoire
Located in southern Haute-Vienne, the Voie Verte des Hauts de Tardoire is an asphalt path open to walking, cycling, rollerblading or scootering 🍃✨ It’s THE ideal place to...
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The Santiago de Compostela Pilgrimage Routes in Haute-Vienne
Embarking on a pilgrimage along the Santiago de Compostela routes remains an unforgettable life experience for everyone. Whatever the reasons that drive you to walk the path —...
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Long-distance hiking routes in Haute-Vienne
On foot, horseback, or by bike, explore Haute-Vienne by following one of the 10 trails designed to be completed in multiple stages over several days.
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©Parc Naturel Régional Périgord Limousin|M_Turin-CRTNA
Rejuvenate in a protected natural environment
Are you a nature lover? Haute-Vienne is the place for you! With its 75 natural sites, 12 Natura 2000 sites and 2 national reserves, there are many natural environments and...
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Masters of Emotions
Haute-Vienne is the destination that will thrill you! Land of basketball 🏀 , jazz 🎻 , porcelain 🍶 , contemporary art… come and immerse yourself in the diversity of worlds...
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Land of Water
12,800 lakes and bodies of water 💦 Yes, you’re in Haute-Vienne! If we say Vassivière, do you know where this lake is located? 🤔 Its 1,000-hectare expanse of water is...
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