Camping near Brive-la-Gaillarde
Are you looking for an exceptional family holiday ? Why not choose camping ? You will be able to enjoy a beautiful setting, water activities, and mobile homes at our campsite in Corrèze, one of the most beautiful star-rated campsites in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, just minutes from Brive-la-Gaillarde. Its main advantage is... Its location by the Dordogne River, with plenty of space, full facilities including a swimming pool, playground, and multi-sports field, as well as a varied entertainment program for all ages. Come and enjoy a unique stay, rich in discoveries, in the heart of nature.
Top 10 Things to Do in Brive-la-Gaillarde
- Visit the Collegiate Church: A gem of Romanesque art, the Saint-Martin Collegiate Church is an architectural ensemble built in the 12th century on the remains of a 5th-century chapel. It is topped by a 60-meter-high neo-Romanesque bell tower. Free visits are available Monday to Saturday, and guided tours can be booked at the tourist office.
- Brive Markets: A true institution in Brive, the market is an unmissable event held several days a week. Local producers fill their stalls under the Georges Brassens hall on Tuesday and Thursday mornings for the food market. The largest market of the week takes place on Saturday, with food stands as well as textiles and various crafts. The market brunch, a convivial lunch featuring local dishes, is offered every Saturday from early July to early September.
- Saint-Antoine de Padua Caves: A famous pilgrimage site, the caves where the Franciscan saint stayed in 1226 are a must-see in Brive. Located in a lush 5-hectare park, they offer a pleasant and rejuvenating walk. At the top, the site of a Calvary, accessible via a path, provides a unique panoramic view of the city.
- Denoix Distillery: A liquor factory established in Brive since 1839, the Denoix distillery showcases local heritage with its nut liqueurs, aperitifs, and famous violet mustard. Located in the heart of Brive, the distillery is open year-round for visitors to discover the cauldrons and antique stills in operation since the 19th century.
- Guierle Park: A beautiful public park shaded by two-hundred-year-old plane trees, Guierle is located along the Corrèze River. The park is appreciated for its riverside walk, children's playground, experimental forest, and its iconic music kiosk.
- Labenche Museum: Brive-la-Gaillarde’s art and history museum, the Labenche Hotel is a Renaissance building with remarkable architecture. It houses a wide range of collections revealing the history of Brive and its region, from prehistory to today: archaeological pieces, tapestries, artworks, musical instruments, furniture, taxidermied animals, and herbariums.
- Edmond Michelet Museum: Housed in the home of the resistance fighter and statesman Edmond Michelet, this municipal museum is dedicated to World War II, the Resistance, and Deportation. It includes a significant collection of propaganda posters.
- Water Tower: Located between the theater and Guierle, it houses the tourist office of Brive’s region. A hundred steps lead to its observation deck, perched 22.5 meters high, offering a panoramic view of the city. Known as "the lighthouse," it was built in 1836 to pump and store water from the Doux River to supply nearby fountains. Its bell signaled the opening and closing of the wholesale markets. A public garden has been created at its base.
- Municipal Nautical Base: Situated on Causse Lake, 11 km from the historic center, it is an ideal place for sailing, rowing, and canoeing. In the summer, swimming in the lake is supervised. Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy 100 hectares of navigable water in a preserved natural setting.
- Summer Festivals: Brive Plage Festival offers a chance to enjoy beach volleyball in the heart of the city, along with four days of varied musical programming. The Vézère Festival, a more than 30-year-old event dedicated to classical music with internationally renowned artists. Additionally, the Orchestrades Universelles brings together young musicians from around the world, aged 10 to 25.