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CORREZE: QUIETER SIDE OF DORDOGNE

Highlights

Beautiful historic villages such Turenne, Curemont and Collonges-les-Rouges. Escaping the crowds in a less frequented corner of Dordogne in western France.

Destinations

France

Budget

From $250 per person

All highlights

On the edge of the Massif Central in France lies beautiful undulating countryside of green pasture, forest, walnut trees and vines where pretty villages adorn the ridges and hilltops. The Correze is not as well known as the more frequented parts of Dordogne, but the villages have a varied character and charm, set in a countryside which changes with the geology, as limestone gives way to sandstone and then granite. Your self-guided walking holiday starts near the local centre of Brive-la-Gaillarde and heads southeast towards Beaulieu sur Dordogne, on the Dordogne River passing through the historic villages of Turenne, Collonges-la-Rouge and Curement all of which are classed as some of the prettiest villages in France. Holiday Profile . 5 nights/6 days: 4 days independent walking moving between guest houses. Everday of week subject to availability from 1 April – 31 October . Walking Profile & Grade . 4 days of self-guided walking. The walking is mixed with several moderate ascents up and down valleys and hills. On the first day, it is possible to greatly vary the amount of walking which means that the holiday can be made into an easier or moderate walk. Most days average 4-6 hrs walking. Paths are generally good, although occasionally stony with the odd steep section. This walking holiday is graded moderate. See more information about walking grades . Accommodation & Meals . A mixture of small B&B’s and small independent family-run hotels offering a high quality level of friendly service (3 star rating or equivalent).

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival

Transfer from Brive-la-Gaillard and welcome at your lovely hotel full of character in the heart of Correze in the pretty village of Noailhac.. Overnight: Noailhac . .

Day 3: Turenne - Collonges-la-Rouge

In the morning you have time to visit the wonderful castle in Turenne which has wonderful views from its towers. Cross the Tourmente Valley and head back north on the GR480 through the pretty hamlet of Ligneyrac clinging to the valley side. Continue to climb the valley to reach the wonderful village of Collonges-la-Rouge built from a vibrant red sandstone. Explore its well-preserved streets and alleyways. Just like Turenne and Curemont which you'll visit tomorrow, Collonges-les-Rouges is classed as one of the prettiest villages in France.. Overnight: Collonges-la-Rouge, Walk: 10km, +/- 160m . .

Day 5: Curemont - Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne

A shorter but hillier day across wooded hills to reach the pretty, historic abbey town of Beaulieu sur Dordogne on the banks of the Dordogne River. A beautiful descent leads to the town where you can enjoy exploring its historic streets and strolling alongside the Dordogne River. 13km, +450m.. Overnight: Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne, Walk: 13km, +/- 450m . .

Day 6: Departure

Your walking holiday ends after breakfast. Transfer to Brive-la-Gaillard. .

Prices

Price per person	2 pers	4 pers	6 pers	8 pers
Price per adult	$250	$180	$160	$150
Price per kid	$130	$90	$80	$80

Services

Included:

5 nights accommodation, including all breakfasts, one lunch, four dinners,
2 transfers during the week,
full walking notes and maps,
transport of luggage

Excluded:

Travel to Brive-la-Gaillard, France
3 lunches, 1 evening meal,
visits,
Any excursions or entrance fees,
Travel insurance

Optional:

Extra Nights
City Breaks
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