Le Bugue · Vézère · opposite Parc du Bournat
Les Canoës du Bournat
The original base, on the banks of the Vézère, opposite Parc du Bournat. Two shaded routes from Les Eyzies or Le Bugue, shuttle included, from age 5. And the Guinguette when you arrive.
Le Bugue base
From Le Bugue
The routes
The Vézère in the shade of the cliffs, between Les Eyzies and the Limeuil confluence. The minibus takes you up to the start, you paddle back down to the base. All about canoeing on the Vézère →
Getting to the base
Opposite the park, on the Vézère
238 allée Paul-Jean Souriau, Le Bugue. Free parking, changing rooms and showers, reception and briefing on site. The Vézère is a few steps from the base.
With your canoe ticket, 15% off at Parc du Bournat right opposite, at Camping du Bournat and at the Bara-Bahau cave.
At the finish
La Petite Guinguette
A terrace under the trees, deckchairs facing the river, a menu that follows the market: grills, Périgord toasties, waffles made to order, ice cream and local beers. Live music on summer evenings. Open to everyone, canoe or not.
The Guinguette, the menu and the evenings →
Opening hours
When the base is open
In the event of an orange or red weather alert, flooding or thunderstorms, the base closes for your safety: free rescheduling or a full refund, your choice.
Ready to paddle from Le Bugue?
Book online, or call the base: we'll suggest the route that suits you.