Climbing in the Périgord Noir: cliffs and introductory sessions

4 places · 7.9 to 26.3 km from the villa

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The Dordogne and Vézère valleys are lined with limestone cliffs that are not just beautiful to look at. To climb safely, especially the first time, go with qualified instructors: they provide the equipment and choose the routes to suit your level.

The Forêt des Écureuils via ferrata

Saint-Vincent-le-Paluel · 7.9 km from the villa

Between trees and cliff, ten minutes from the villa

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An original via ferrata combining sections in the trees and on the cliff, fully secured by a continuous safety line. Allow about two hours; a great way to try vertical adventure without any climbing experience.
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Le Comptoir Sports Nature du Périgord Noir

Carsac-Aillac · 8.4 km from the villa

Qualified instructors, ten minutes from the villa

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This group of state-qualified instructors offers cliff-climbing sessions, from first steps to improvement, as well as caving, canoeing and hiking. Introductory sessions are open to children from age 6, with an adult.
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The Campagne cliff

Campagne · 26.3 km from the villa

Routes of 15 to 20 metres in a superb setting

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Near Le Bugue, the Campagne cliff offers routes of 15 to 20 metres in green surroundings, in the heart of the Vézère valley. A favourite with climbers, best discovered with an instructor if you are a beginner.
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Été actif in the Dordogne

All over the Dordogne

Low-cost introductory sessions all summer

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Every summer, the Dordogne department runs 'Été actif': low-cost introductory sessions led by professionals, including cliff climbing, canoeing and caving. The programme changes every year; book quickly, places go fast.
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