Generous pitches give this large park, high in the Dordogne hills, a sense of space and relaxation that's irresistible

The Camping du Coiroux is set in the heart of a forest of chestnuts, oaks, birches and pine trees on the edge of the Dordogne region. A firm favourite with those who appreciate a setting where nature is allowed to breathe.

Le Coiroux is part of a 440 acre leisure park with a lakeside beach just 300m from the generously sized pitches. Its hilltop location keeps Le Coiroux refreshingly cool during the evenings in high summer. Here, above the folds and valleys of the Dordogne River, you're free to enjoy the great outdoors, have a splash about in the good sized pool, enjoy a meal in the restaurant or simply stretch out and relax. Evenings are laid-back at leisurely, with a cosy bar offering the chance to share a drink with friends and neighbours.

At Le Coiroux, there's no rush - sure, there's the chance to go canoeing down the Dordogne River, or take a 4x4 lesson off road, or even take a round of golf but, well, there's always tomorrow...

 

Some facilities are mid-summer only and some are payable

Dining

Golf club restaurant (open all year)
Snack bar (May – September)
Bar with TV area

Shopping

Basic provisions

Swimming

Heated Swimming Pool with children’s section
(heated June – September)

Activities

27 hole golf course (special rates)
Driving range
Archery
Boules
Tennis
Volleyball
Table tennis
Beach volleyball
Football pitch
Organised walking excursions
Sports tournaments
Play area
Bouncy castle
Horse rides
High season evening entertainment - concerts, folk groups, karaoke
Remote control car track
Visiting circus
Tree top adventure course
High season children’s and teenager’s activity clubs
Paint-ball

Other services

Washing machines
Clothes dryer
Communal barbeque areas

Not only is Le Coiroux a great starting place for numerous walks and bike trips, it is also the gateway to a whole host of scenic and cultural tourist attractions in the area. For the more adventurous there are plenty of opportunities to go canoeing, climbing or horse-riding.

Closer to home is the lovely village of Aubazine, with its Cistercian Abbey and selection of fine restaurants. Better still, visit the excellent market at Sainte Fortunade and enjoy a barbeque back on your terrace. Good local produce abounds - with pates, duck, trout apricots and walnuts appearing in the region's hearty meals.

Throw away your guidebook and simply explore the enchanting countryside at random - you'll have much more fun discovering its ancient villages, châteaux, vineyards and valleys this way.

Activities

Canoeing/Kayaking: 25km on the Dordogne River
Golf course: Next door in the Leisure Park
Horse riding: 10 km and next door in the Leisure Park
Rock climbing: 5km
Tree walking: Next door in the Leisure Park
Beginners 4x4 vehicle driving lessons: Next door in the Leisure Park
Fishing authorised (regulated): Next door in the Leisure Park

towns to visit

Aubazine and the Cistercian Abbey about 5 minutes away.
Collonges la Rouge about 30 minutes away.
Turenne about 30 minutes away.
Pompadour about 1 hour away.
Sarlat about 1 hour 30 away.
Rocamadour about 1 hour away.

Attractions

The Gimel Waterfalls about 30 minutes away.
Le Quercy Millevaches plateau about 1 hour away.
The Gouffre de Padirac caves about 1 hour away.
The Perigord Noir about 1 hour away.

local events

Local events include the Strawberry Festival in Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne on 8th May; the Brocante Market for bric-a-brac in Bergerac held on the first Sunday of every month; Cyrano's Table Gastronomic Festival in Bergerac from 13th to 16th July and the Festival des Jeaux du Theatre at Sarlat from 18th July to 5th August.

The best local market is in Sainte Fortunade every Friday in July and August.

Périgeux is the capital of the Dordogne, and the regional cuisine is known as Périgourdin. The geese and ducks, which are found in every farmyard, are the essential ingredients for the vast range of patés and confits for which the area is famous. The region has an international reputation for its traditional recipes and produce. Truffles, foie gras (duck liver paté), wild mushrooms, confit de canard (duck) can be found on every restaurant menu. It is no surprise that the top Paris restaurants are often supplied direct from the local markets.

For dessert, the Dordogne's fertile soil provides a superb selection of fruits. This region is one of France's leading producers of strawberries. Other crops which thrive here include cherries, plums, peaches, apricots, and, of course, grapes. Alternatively, you may wish to try 'clafoutis', a local flan decorated with plump black cherries. The excellent walnuts grown in the region are made into a delicious cake, 'Gâteau aux Noix' and a tasty liqueur drink. Another popular speciality is Rocamadour goat’s cheese.

Beautiful meandering rivers, charming ancient villages, celebrated châteaux, rich vineyards, undulating green hills topped with ‘bastide’ towns and paintings from prehistory, all set in some of France’s loveliest countryside, give the Dordogne a unique attraction. The Dordogne is ideal countryside for walking, cycling, bird watching, fishing and watersports. Steeped in history the beautiful Dordogne has an unforgettable charm.

 

 

With regional airports at Bergerac, Bordeaux, Limoges, Rodez and a new airport in construction south of Brive, fly drive is a good choice. Alternatively ferries to St Malo, Caen, Cherbourg or Calais are an option.

Airport

Brive 25km
Bergerac 148km
Limoges 130km
Bordeaux 225km

Motorail

Brive Terminal 20 km

Ferry port

Caen 576km
Calais 780km
St Malo 638km
Cherbourg 701km