Where to Go Canoeing in Dordogne (And Where to Rent a Canoe)

Dordogne is known for its gorges and rivers, so there are many opportunities for canoeing and kayaking.

To help you find your way around, we have compiled a list of the best places to rent canoes and go canoeing in the Dordogne region. Enjoy the region’s most beautiful landscapes with complete peace of mind!

 

Canoeing on the Vézère River

Itinerary: 19 km

Duration: 3 hours

Level: Family (from age 5)

Canoeing down the Vézère River is a smooth experience that everyone can do at their own pace.

After a few introductions and instructions at the meeting point, you will take a bus to the starting point before embarking on an approximately three-hour trip down the Vézère River.

This part of the Vézère is ideal for a family outing and it’s a superb way to enjoy the breathtaking scenery.

👍 We like: the easy and beautiful descent and the well-organized staff.

👉 Rent with: William (booking information)

• Meeting point: Pont des Eyzies, 24620 Les Eyzies (look for the yellow canoes)
• Price: €25 per adult for a single-seat kayak, €23 per adult for a two-seat kayak, and €11.50 per child

 

 

Canoe Trip with Rabaska Canoes

Itinerary: 7 or 12 km

Duration: 2 or 3 hours

Level: Family, big groups

The Rabaska canoes near Saint-Antoine-de-Breuilh are perfect for groups of friends or large families. A Rabaska canoe is a nine meter long Canadian canoe that can accommodate up to 15 rowers at a time.

The establishment offers two different routes: the Balade du Martin-Pêcheur (the Kingfisher Walk) and the Randonnée des Châteaux (the Castle Walk).

The Balade du Martin-Pêcheur lasts two hours and is seven kilometers long. You will go down the Dordogne towards Pessac while discovering the fauna and flora of the region.

The Randonnée des Châteaux lasts three hours and is a twelve kilometer route. You will pass by approximately ten castles that border the Dordogne.

👍 We like: Rabaska canoes are easily accessible for people with reduced mobility.

👉 Rent with: Jean-Claude (booking information, site in French)

• Meeting point: Quai de la Batellerie in Port-Sainte-Foy
• Price: €35 per person for the Balade du Martin-Pêcheur and €42 per person for the Randonnée des Châteaux

 

 

Descents on the Dronne River with Allo Canoës

Itinerary: 4 km / 8 km / 12 km

Duration: 1 hour / 2 hours / 3 hours

Level: Family, children at least 5 years olds are accepted

Allo Canoës is located in Brantôme, a village known as the Venice of the Périgord Vert. They offer several canoeing trips on the Dronne with different distances and durations to suit all tastes.

You might discover the village of Brantôme and its surroundings, the Fontaine d’Amour, or the Moulin le Grenier from either a single-seat kayak or a canoe that seats two or three people.

👍 We like: Allo Canoës also offers canoe rental by the hour, and pets are allowed.

👉 Rent with: Allo Canoës (booking information, site in French)

• Address: Les Prés, 24310 Brantôme en Périgord
• Price: A one-hour trip starts at €13 per person, a two-hour trip starts at €15 per person, and a three-hour trip starts at €22 per person

 

 

Canoë Attitude – Pro Sports 24

Itinerary: from 7 to 21 km, depending on the itinerary

Duration: from 1 1/2 to 5 hours, depending on the itinerary

Level: Family

From its base in Gardonne in the southwestern part of the region, Pro Sports 24 offers numerous water sports along the Dordogne, including canoeing.

Several routes are available that will allow you to discover the towns of Bergerac, Lamonzie, and Le Fleix. On this part of the Dordogne, the river is lined with quays, mills, beaches, and a lot of greenery that provides shady routes where you can try to spot the many species of birds that live there.

👍 We like: You can do the same itineraries with a stand up paddleboard instead.

👉 Rent with: Canoë Attitude (booking information, site in French)

• Meeting point: Rue du Port, 24680 Gardonne
• Price: starting at €16 for the 7-kilometer itinerary or €26 for the 21-kilometer itinerary

 

 

Vert’Auvézère

Itinerary: around 6 km

Duration: around 2 hours

Level: Intermediate to advanced

With Vert’Auvézère, you can paddleboard or canoe down the Auvézère River in the northeastern part of the region.

You can choose to go on an unguided trip or take a canoeing trip to Tourtoirac for half a day. The setting is pastoral and the river is lined with vegetation, making for a very pleasant trip.

The course of the Auvézère can fluctuate seasonally, and a few difficult dams and small rapids might spice up your adventure. This course is not for canoeists who might be frightened by a few rough passages!

👍 We like: the challenge of crossing dams and maneuvering around obstacles.

👉 Rent with: Vert’Auvézère (booking information, site in French)

• Address: Rue du lavoir, 24390 Cherveix-Cubas
• Price: €6 per person for a canoe, €8 per person for a kayak

 

 

Canoës Limeuil

Itinerary: 6.5 to 21 km, depending on the itinerary

Duration: 1 to 5 hours, depending on the itinerary

Level: Beginner to intermediate

 

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Limeuil Canoeing is situated at the point where the Dordogne and Vézère rivers meet, allowing them to offer beautiful trips on both rivers.

The establishment will transport you from Limeuil to your departure point so that you only have to paddle back to the base of Limeuil.

From your canoes, you will be able to see many species of animals (swans, herons, egrets, and birds of prey) and enjoy the rich heritage of the region, including castles, caves, and troglodyte dwellings.

👍 We like: the option to go on a two to four day excursion (21 km) to discover the two rivers and the six castles on their banks.

👉 Rent with: Canoës Limeuil (booking information, site in French)

• Address: Rue du Port, 24510 Limeuil
• Price: €12 or €22 per person, depending on the itinerary

 

 

Canoë Kayak of Castelnaud-la-Chapelle

Itinerary: 5 to 25 km

Duration: 1 to 4 1/2 hours, depending on the itinerary

Level: Family, beginner (children ages 5 to 10 must be with a parent in the canoe)

The Castelnaud-la-Chapelle Canoe Kayak establishment offers several itineraries of varying distances on the Dordogne River.

Bordered by cliffs, hanging gardens, and castles, this section of the Dordogne River is a beautiful place to paddle with family and friends. The section is easy to navigate, allowing you to fully enjoy the scenery.

Please note that while there are shuttle buses to take you to the starting point, the shuttle only runs once in the morning for some of the longer trips. Be sure you don’t miss it!

👍 We like: the variety provided by the seven different itineraries.

👉 Rent with: Canoë Kayak of Castelnaud-la-Chapelle (booking information, site in French)

• Address: Tournepique, 24250 Castelnaud-la-Chapelle
• Price: from €8 to €27 per person, depending on the itinerary and type of embarcation

 

 

Cap Evasion Dordogne

Itinerary: 8 to 29 km

Duration: 2 to 6 hours

Level: Easy to athletic

Cap Evasion Dordogne offers four itineraries of various levels, durations, and difficulties. To relax while being carried by the current, we recommend La Sauvage. If you feel more motivated, you can try the six hour escapade that allows you to discover three of the most beautiful villages in France.

Regardless of the itinerary you choose, the banks of the river are particularly charming in this area, and you can even take a little swimming break on the banks of the Dordogne.

👍 We like: the varying levels of the different itineraries.

👉 Rent with: Cap Evasion Dordogne (booking information, site in French)

• Address: Le Bourg, 24370 Saint-Julien-de-Lampon
• Price: between €15 and €25 per person, depending on the itinerary

 

 

More establishments for canoeing down the Dordogne River

• Canoë Raid Cénac: booking information

1. 1. Address: D46, 24250 Cénac-et-Saint-Julien
   2. Itinerary: 10 to 24 km
   3. Price: from €17 to €24 per person, depending on the itinerary

• Canoë Vacances: booking information

1. 1. Address: 24250 La Roque-Gageac
   2. Itinerary: 9 to 25 km
   3. Price: from €17 to €25 per person, depending on the itinerary

• Canoë Carsac: booking information (site in French)

1. 1. Address: Bories-Basses, D703, 24200 Carsac-Aillac
   2. Itinerary: unguided descents (you can choose the destination from the three proposed) and weekend trips
   3. Price: starting at €17 per person for a unguided descent and starting at €43 for a weekend tour