GOOD TO KNOW
The Haute-Vienne offers a wide range of hiking trails.
To discover them, 2 essential tools:
1. Enjoy the peace and quiet of nature
In Limousin, nature is everywhere! Before the summer arrives, you can take advantage of this exceptional natural environment, in a preserved setting. As if you were alone in the world, in total symbiosis with the nature that surrounds you.
Haute-Vienne is an unmissable nature destination with two regional nature parks (Périgord-Limousin and Millevaches), a Limousin forest covering a quarter of Haute-Vienne territory, numerous waterways with exceptional sites such as the Site Corot or Le Saut de la Brame, ubiquitous bodies of water culminating in the lakes of Saint-Pardoux and Vassivière, hilly and mid-mountain landscapes, breathtaking viewpoints…
Hiking is the best way to make the most of what Mother Nature has to offer in Haute-Vienne!
2. A leisurely visit
Haute-Vienne is full of beautiful villages and treasures to discover! It’s the ideal time of year to discover the heritage and authentic character of our villages without rushing (and without pushing yourself!). It’s so much more fun and so much more enjoyable!
GOOD TO KNOW
In Haute-Vienne, you can discover :
- 1 Plus Beau Village de France: Mortemart
- 2 Petites Cité de Caractère: Le Dorat and Eymoutiers
- 2 Plus Beaux Détours de France: St Léonard de Noblat and St Yrieix la Perche
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Numerous workshops are open to visitors, allowing you to discover exceptional crafts!
3. Discover our expertise
Haute-Vienne is a land of excellent craftsmanship! We’re all familiar with Limoges porcelain, but you’ll be amazed at the wealth and diversity of skills on offer: from glove-making to paper and haute couture, there’s a wealth of unmissable expertise to discover!
4. Taste our delicacies
In Limousin and Haute-Vienne, we love to eat, and we’ve got no shortage of delicacies! Take advantage of your stay to discover our sweet and savoury specialities! The sun is shining, so why not sit out on the terrace or open the door of a patisserie and indulge yourself! Yum!
GOOD TO KNOW
Numerous restaurants, patisseries, etc. offer homemade specialities from Limousin and Haute-Vienne. Let yourself be tempted!
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There’s plenty of affordable accommodation in the Haute-Vienne! Treat yourself without breaking the bank!
5. Low-cost accommodation
In the run-up to summer, you can take advantage of all types of accommodation at attractive prices! Hotels, B&Bs, self-catering cottages, campsites or vacation villages… you’re bound to find what you’re looking for!
There are plenty of good deals to help you find that rare gem, enjoy a stay without breaking the bank, and make the most of visits, activities and other attractions in Haute-Vienne!