Head in the starsGetting together in Haute-Vienne

Our 5 magical places to see the stars

“I wanted to see the stars… I wanted to see the stars, to see them as well as I did when I was a child. So I set off far from the cities. In search of a real night, a very dark night, because only pure darkness allows us to see far. Our madness with lights blinds us. Eventually, I found the right observatory, a plateau. I soon understood why it was called “des Mille Vaches”… Because, better than anywhere else, you can see the Milky Way.” Erik Orsenna, Académie française

A quick of a view

1. Regional nature park of Millevaches

International Dark Sky Reserve

What if you set off to contemplate the stars at the Parc Naturel Régional de Millevaches in Limousin just 40 min from Limoges?

Designated in November 2021 as an International Dark Sky Reserve (RICE), the Park invites you to explore the wonders of the sky and nocturnal environment through a variety of observation sites.

Here‘s a tip: pack an aperitif, sit back and observe 😉

Discover the NRP

2. Puy la Besse and Roches Brunagères

in Peyrat-le-Château

Near the Lac de Vassivière, in the heart of the PNR de Millevaches, you can stargaze at 2 incredible sites that will leave you with unforgettable memories!

Puy la Besse at 775 m altitude
the Roches Brunagères at an altitude of 773 m

So take your time, admire and don’t forget to look up at the sky, which promises you some wonderful surprises 🤩

Discover the Roches Brunagères

©Roches Brunageres Peyrat|visit limousin

3. The Mont Gargan

in Saint-Gilles-Les-Forêts

Classified as a monument and natural site since 1983, the Mont Gargan is a privileged place for bird and bat watching, but also for stargazing ✨

This magnificent setting with its chapel, at an altitude of 730 m, will give you access to incredible areas of contemplation with two possible orientations: North and East!

Immerse yourself in this historic and natural ambience by spending a moment in this preserved nocturnal environment 🥰