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“ – But no, it’s a kayak, because there’s only one place!
– Anything, a canoe, your feet are covered!”
As we don't want to get involved in the famous debate that always ends with "in any case, it's always me who paddles", we will simply give you our top spots for canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding while enjoying the magnificent landscapes of Limoges and our Limousin.
Why not a guided tour… on the water!
Looking for an original and refreshing moment this summer? Embark on the storytelling canoe trip on the Vienne “Limoges, along the water” in the heart of Limoges… Accompanied by a City of Art and History tour guide, let yourself be carried on the water while discovering Limoges from an unexpected angle between heritage, nature and historical anecdotes. At nightfall, you will be able to admire the cathedral and the medieval bridges in a magical atmosphere between water and light. A magical experience to live with friends, family or alone, every Thursday and Friday at 20:30 p.m. in July and AugustBe careful, you might fall in love with Limoges at sunset...
Descents and rental of canoes, kayaks or paddleboards
At the Limoges nautical base
Want to sail in complete freedom? Good news: the Limoges nautical base is open every day in July and August until 31 August and offers you canoeing and kayaking trips and rental of canoes, kayaks and paddleboards.
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Canoeing and kayaking trips
🕒 Schedule
- Monday to Thursday, 15 p.m. to 17 p.m.
- Mandatory departure at 15 p.m.
Recommended arrival time
- Non-registered: arrive 30 minutes early
- Registered: arrive 15 minutes early
Duration and level
- Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes of navigation
- Easy course accessible from 8 years old
Organization
- 8 participants maximum per slot
- A minibus will take you to the starting point at Palais-sur-Vienne
- Supervised by the City's sports instructors
Prices
- Children (from 8 years old): €5
- Adults residing in Limoges: €10
- Adults outside Limoges: €15
Canoe, kayak and paddleboard rental
Free canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding session
- Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m.
- Last launch at 17 p.m.
- On-site registration for rentals (hourly rental)
- Prices: children from 8 years old: €5, adults: €10
Supervised canoeing and kayaking session
- Fridays from 14 p.m. to 15:30 p.m. by registering by email: developpement.limoges@asptt.com or online
- Single price: 15 €
- Supervised by the ASPTT of Limoges
Predictable
⚠️ Mandatory
- Be at least 8 years old
- Know how to swim at least 25 meters
- Closed shoes
- Minors must be accompanied on the water by an adult
Equipment
- Sportswear
- Spare business
- Sunscreen
Payments accepted
CB – Checks – Holiday vouchers – Cash
Holidays
- July 14: closed
- August 15: open
Please respect the safety instructions, the banks of the Vienne and the peace and quiet of local residents.
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Descents and rental of canoes, kayaks or paddleboards
At the Sablière leisure center in Palais-Sur-Vienne
Just 10 minutes from Limoges, the Sablière leisure center in Palais-sur-Vienne offers you canoe, kayak or paddleboard trips and equipment rental in July and August. Accessible to all levels, these activities are ideal for combining leisure, relaxation, and sport, whether solo, in pairs, or in groups. It's an opportunity to explore new landscapes different from those we know so well in Limoges. The descents take place every Saturday du July 12 to August 30, 2025 inclusive with three departures per day : two in the morning at 10h et 11h, and one in the afternoon at 14h. Count approximately 2 hours of navigation for a descent of 8 kilometers with 2 possible routes: from Saint-Priest-Taurion at the Palais-Sur-Vienne ou from the Palais-Sur-Vienne to Limoges.
2 Avenue François Mitterrand 87410 LE PALAIS-SUR-VIENNE
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Canoeing and kayaking trips
Frequency
- Descents by reservation (see contact on the map)
- Every Saturday from July 12 to August 30, 2025 inclusive
- 2 slots in the morning (10 a.m. and 11 a.m.)
- 1 slot in the afternoon (14 p.m.)
2 Possible routes
- Saint-Priest-Taurion > The Palace-sur-Vienne
- OR The Palace-sur-Vienne > Limoges
- Average duration and distance: 2 hours / 8 km
Prices
- Kayak (1 place): €15 per boat
- Canoe (2 places): €30 per boat (3rd place free if the individual is between 7 and 9 years old)
- Accompaniment by a qualified instructor: €80 in addition to the basic rate
Canoe, kayak and paddleboard rental
Rental days
- Every Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 16 p.m. and weekdays upon prior request from July 12 to August 30, 2025 inclusive (contact details on the back of the leaflet)
- New nautical afterwork: Possibility of renting during the week from 17 p.m. to 19 p.m. during the month of August
Rates (per hour)
- Kayak (1 place): €7
- Canoe (2 places): €8 per boat
- Paddle: €10
Paddle on our Limousin lakes
What if we went a little further, for one or more days, to a little corner of paradise? On our Limousin lakes, it's a holiday atmosphere and water sports all summer long: canoeing, paddleboarding, pedal boats, wakeboarding and many other water activities... there's plenty to make waves in a good mood!
30 minutes from Limoges
At the lake of Saint-Pardoux
Ideal body of water to cool off in summer, Lake Saint-Pardoux is the favorite spot for Limoges families with its three supervised beaches, his walks and its many activities sports and nautical : treetop adventure course, water park, electric scooters, sailing, wakeboarding… All summer long, head to the Santrop beach Explore the lake's natural side by canoe! Rentals are available on site, along with pedal boats, paddleboards, and electric boats.
1 hours from Limoges
At Lake Vassivière
And you, do you know Lake Vassivière? It's called “Little Canada” around here, and frankly, it deserves its nickname with its beautiful landscapes! With its 1000 hectares of water et its 45 km of shoreline, it is a real playground for fishermen, Sunday swimmers and water sports fans. You will find there six supervised beaches, a tree climbing park and numerous hiking and mountain biking trails all around the lake.
Want to head out to sea? Rent a canoe (2, 3, or 4-seater), a kayak, or a paddleboard and explore the lake at your own pace. And for an even more magical experience, try a sunset stroll, a nature outing to observe the flora and fauna, or even a whitewater rafting trip on the Maulde! Don't worry: all these activities are supervised (unless you prefer a self-guided rental).
In any case, you'll have some spots to try out on your kayaks this summer! Or on your canoes... We don't really know anymore...
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