Gîtes Haute Vienne

Discover Haute-Vienne and the surrounding area on holiday

For your next holiday in France, let yourself be tempted by the charm of Haute-Vienne! Start your Haute-Vienne holiday in a Clévacances gîte with a visit to Limoges, declared a "Creative City" by UNESCO, breathe in the fresh air and enjoy nature activities at Lac de Saint-Pardoux, in the Monts d'Ambazac, or at Lac de Vassivière and on the Plateau de Millevaches. The city of Limoges is famous for its fire art, but its history and heritage are no less important. If you're coming by train for your holiday in your gîte in Haute-Vienne, you'll arrive at the Gare des Bénédictins, built in 1929. It is one of the most beautiful stations in France and Europe, with its magnificent allegorical sculptures, art-deco stained-glass windows, sumptuous copper dome and 61 m-high campanile. Wander around the town and discover one of its picturesque districts: the "quartier de la Boucherie", with its timber-framed houses, small squares and preserved shopfronts, now home to artisan boutiques. From your gîte, explore the magnificent town hall, built in 1883 by Charles-Alfred Leclerc and inspired by the one in Paris. To taste and discover the specialities of the Haute-Vienne, visit the superb Halles de Limoges, on Place de la Motte, built in the 19th century by two students of Gustave Eiffel. Opposite the Halles is Cobaty's remarkable trompe-l'œil depicting the history of Limoges. While you're on holiday, discover the local crafts, including the highly reputed Limoges porcelain and other exceptional arts, such as enamel, leather and earthenware. The historic and contemporary factories of Limoges open their doors to you to share the history and manufacturing secrets of this "White Gold", whose finesse and purity have made Limoges Porcelain internationally famous. Finally, round off your visit to Limoges with a pleasant stroll along the banks of the Vienne or climb aboard a kayak or paddle. The river offers an idyllic setting for discovering the city in a different way, at the slow pace of nature. Choose from one of our many approved gites, ideally located in Haute-Vienne, and enjoy an unforgettable holiday with Clévacances.

Discover the activities to do in Haute-Vienne during your holiday

The wide open spaces of Haute-Vienne offer you a breath of fresh air, while the characterful villages of Haute-Vienne invite you to take a break from the past, punctuated by stories of yesteryear. Fancy some outdoor activities during your holiday in a gîte? The lakes of the Haute-Vienne offer you a combination of relaxation, land-based activities and water sports! The Lac de Saint-Pardoux invites you to take to the skies with its acrobatic park, and promises thrills with its waterski lift and other water-based pleasures. During your stay, immerse yourself in the heart of nature with the many hiking trails that await you. From your gîte, discover the Terra Aventura® geocaching trail, the ideal way to discover the Haute-Vienne during your holiday. To combine heritage and nature, take a walk along the botanical trail adjacent to the Châlucet fortress (dating from the 16th century) and discover one of the most beautiful ruins in France, and its 40-hectare park. The Moulin du Got is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, part of the Pilgrim's Way to Santiago de Compostela, where you and your family can learn all about paper-making and graphic arts. Your stay in a gîte will be the perfect opportunity to visit this site and enjoy a production demonstration, educational activities and creations open to artists. During your holiday in a gîte in the Haute-Vienne, Rochechouart, its château and its contemporary collection, all with the Qualité Tourisme quality label, will be open to you. For contemporary art and heritage enthusiasts, the château boasts a collection of over 300 works, as well as a collection unique in Europe of works by Raoul Hausmann, founder of the Dada movement who ended his life in the Haute-Vienne. During your holiday, you can also visit the Centre de la Mémoire d'Oradour-Sur-Glane. The ruins of this martyred village, whose inhabitants were massacred by the SS in June 1944, have been preserved in their original state to provide information about the atrocity of the war. A tribute to the village's 642 victims. During your family holiday in your gîte in Haute-Vienne, discover the Parc du Reynou and its superb landscaped park just outside Limoges. This park offers a hundred hectares of freedom, home to some 600 species of wildlife. Féériland, with its marvellous illuminated miniature world and botanical and play areas for children, is sure to delight young and old alike. In Haute-Vienne, the gastronomy of the Limousin region takes pride of place. Make the most of your stay in a Clévacances gîte in Haute-Vienne to discover the Limousin breed, renowned for its tenderness. Don't finish your holiday in the Haute-Vienne without sampling some of the specialities around Limoges: vacherine, a sweet with controlled origin, marzipan from Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat, madeleines from Saint-Yrieix, cannoles from Rochechouart and burgou, a chestnut cake. As you can see, there are many delicacies waiting for you on your next holiday in the Haute-Vienne. Take advantage now of a Clévacances-labelled rental for a quality holiday. Choose from one of our many gîtes ideally located throughout the region and set off to discover the Haute-Vienne!