Discover Périgord with your dog for the holidays!
Do you want to go to Périgord with your dog for your vacation? In this article, discover the activities, castles and accommodation that accept dogs in Périgord!
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Today I am going to tell you about the Dordogne. It is a department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine which includes a large part of Périgord. The Périgord is a very natural region which is crossed by the Dordogne river. It is also a department renowned for its gastronomy: foie gras, truffles, duck confit... Don't expect to go on vacation in Périgord without leaving with a few kilos as a souvenir 🙂 unless you are vegetarian! There are plenty of activities to do with your dog with many landscapes, forests and hikes that are worth a look! It is an exotic destination! The timeless villages of Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, La Roque-Gageac, Sarlat-la-Canéda (one of my best memories in Dordogne), Curemonte, Beynac and so many others are must-sees.
I recommend a holiday in the Dordogne with your dog!! It is a territory steeped in history and even prehistory! You will discover there the most sites of France by following in particular the Vézère valley. You can explore caves decorated with rock paintings such as the caves of Lascaux, Font de Gaume or Rouffignac. Not all of these sites are dog-friendly, but the Vézère and the Dordogne await you for canoeing with your dog! Pleasure of the eyes guaranteed 🙂
In this article, I share with you advice, addresses that welcome your pet with kindness to discover Périgord with your dog, accommodation to spend a wonderful holiday with your dog! So what more are you waiting for to go to the Dordogne? It's Too Woof!
Find accommodation that accepts dogs in the Dordogne
To properly prepare for your stay with your dog, the first thing you need is dog-friendly accommodation! Hotels, lodges, campsites… which will gladly accept your doggie await you in the Dordogne. You will inevitably find your happiness in Périgord.
And besides, they are all referenced on EmmèneTonChien.com! Go to the section “ dog-friendly accommodation ” of the site to find lots of addresses that will allow you to fully enjoy with your dog!
There are many addresses that are labeled QUALIDOG. With our QUALIDOG hosting partners, you are sure that you and your dog will be welcomed as they should be!
To help you a little, I have selected 8 campsites and a few gites in the Dordogne and its surroundings that are 100% dog-friendly. Quality accommodation so that you can choose the accommodation that makes you dream!
- The Alpaca cottages and bed and breakfasts located in Chalais in the Périgord Vert. 2 dogs are allowed, of all sizes, categorized dogs are also welcomed on request. The big plus? A very large fenced garden and surprises for welcoming your dog!
- The cottages La P'tite Poule Rouge located in Coux and Bigaroque. Several pretty dog-friendly cottages tastefully decorated in a soothing environment with swimming pool!
- Le Capeyrou campsite in the Dordogne in the heart of the village of Beynac-et-cazenac ! The little extras: a canidouche is available so that your dog is comfortable in his hair after a good swim in the river! Bowls and cani-bags will be available to make your welcome as pleasant as possible!
- Campsite Lou Castel in the Dordogne in the heart of the village of Castelnaud Aachen ! The little extras: no limit of dogs, size or category, your dog is welcomed with pleasure! The forest around the campsite will allow your pooch to fully stretch his paws!
- Roffy Caves Campsite in the Dordogne near Sarlat-la-Canéda and Sainte-Nathalène! The little extras: your dog will be welcomed with pleasure with a doggie bar at the reception and can take the opportunity to take a swim in the Enéa stream!
- Camping Sites and Landscapes Les Hirondelles à Loupiac ! The little extras: a welcome kit will be offered to your dog! You can canoe with your dog because the Dordogne river is right next to it!
- Campsite Sites and Landscapes La Rivière Fleurie in the Dordogne at Saint-Antoine-de-Breuilh ! The little extra: your dog, your cat, your NAC, all are accepted with pleasure to spend a superb holiday with you! You will find plenty of activities to do with your dog! But don't panic, if necessary, the contact details of a pet-sitter will be communicated to you!
- Campsite Sites and Landscapes Le Ventoulou in the Dordogne Valley at Thegra ! The little extras: your dog will be welcomed with love, caresses and pleasure! A canidouche, bowls, a sleeping mat will be at your disposal if you wish!
- Domain of La Calprade in the Lot at Peyrilles ! The little extras: each gîte is fenced so that your dog can stretch his paws in complete safety! A caniparc is available for your dog to let off steam as he sees fit!
After discovering these different accommodations where you can come and spend your holidays with your dog, I suggest you discover all the dog-friendly activities that there are in the Dordogne! Moreover, to better prepare your stay, I advise you to take a look at this article: My dog’s first vacation – Heading to the Dordogne. You will find advice on preparing for holidays with your dog, on the journey by car, on education, many important topics so that you and your dog have a good holiday! In this article, I interviewed Floriane and Mojo on their return from vacation in the Dordogne. Floriane had chosen Périgord for her first vacation with her dog. In the article, she also shares all the places she has tested and validated with her dog.
The castles to visit with your dog in the Dordogne!
If you like chivalrous adventures and setting out to conquer castles, then holidays in the Dordogne are made for you! There are many castles to visit with your dog in Périgord.
Here is the first castle of a long list to visit with your dog! Castelnaud Castle is located in Castelnaud-La-Chapelle in the Dordogne. If your dog weighs less than 10 kilos, he can take the guided tour with you! You will be able to discover the inside and the outside with him as long as he is kept on a leash! And if carrying doggie is easier for him to follow, then I suggest you take a look in the comparison of the best backpacks for dogs ! It will help you find the best backpack for your dog and thus enjoy the visit quietly! And then some visits are only accessible if pooch is carried or bagged in the dog backpack is ideal… even if it is only suitable for small dogs, of course…
To continue your vacation and deepen your knowledge of castles, you can visit another one that is worth the detour! I recommend you Bridoire Castle. You can visit it with your dog if it can fit in your arms. For exteriors, dogs on a leash are allowed except in the maze. To end your day on a high note, you can have dinner at Montecristo restaurant. This restaurant will welcome you and your dog! It is located 30 minutes from the Château de Bridoire in Villereal in the department of Lot-et-Garonne.
Do you still want to discover the chivalrous life with your dog? No problem ! Commarque Castle welcomes you with your dog! This castle is located Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil in the Dordogne! You can visit the outside as well as the inside with your doggie, the only condition is that he is kept on a leash. In addition, your dog will be able to enjoy a doggie bar at the reception of the site! Be careful, your pooch might get used to life in a castle!
As you will have understood, the Dordogne is a department full of castles to visit with your dog! Beynac Castle is considered one of the most beautiful in Dordogne in Beynac-et-cazenac. You can visit the castle with your doggie and he will be welcomed with pleasure! So welcome to you!
To vary the pleasures, I suggest you discover a castle-cliff! The Fortified House of Reignac is a troglodyte dwelling located at Tursac in the Dordogne. For you to be able to visit it with your dog, it must be kept on a leash.
With Musher we love to visit! So castles, we say yes! But for your visit to go well, it is important to prepare it well! If you want more info and advice on visiting a place with your dog, I invite you to discover this article: Visiting a tourist site with your dog. I share lots of good advice for a peaceful visit with doggie and to avoid other visitors looking askance at you with your dog. Nothing is more painful than feeling overwhelmed, so I prefer to bet on discretion.
What to do with your dog in the Dordogne?
To vary the pleasures, I offer you other activities to do with your dog!
If you love water then now is the time to discover canoeing in the Dordogne. If you have never tried canoeing with your dog, this is the ideal river. No rapids, the waters are calm. It's perfect for a first canoe or paddleboard test for you and your dog. Before you start, I advise you to read or reread my article on Canoeing with your dog. You will discover lots of advice for getting doggie on board, safety reflexes such as the life jacket and some good advice for a serene canoe descent. And if you prefer to test another aquatic discipline then why not try paddle? If you want to get started, I invite you to read this article: Paddling with your dog. He will help you prepare for your first session and give you many tips to become the kings of paddle!
It's true that canoeing or paddling with your dog are super fun and pleasant activities when the good weather arrives! If your dog likes to bathe then these activities are for you! To ensure the safety of your dog, I advise you to opt for a life jacket for your dog. It is essential for his safety. Just like yours! Here is the top 5 best life jackets for your dog. So motivated to paddle?
Fan of nautical activities? You will have fun with The Gabarres Norbert. You can go down the Dordogne in a barge! The gabarre is a boat that was once used to transport goods, it is a traditional boat from the Dordogne! The departure is in La Roque-Gageac and for 1 hour you can visit and discover the Dordogne river with your dog and your family.
The Dordogne is a department full of gardens, hikes, monuments to visit with your dog. The Périgord offers beautiful walks to share with the whole family and when I say family I also mean your doggie! So why not visit Eyrignac and its gardens ? To discover the gardens near Sarlat-la-Canéda, your dog simply needs to be on a leash. Go, let's go for the visit of the 7 magnificent gardens!
And if you like this walk then I advise you to go to Carsac Water Gardens with your dog. You will enjoy nature, made up of thousands of species of flowers and plants! What better way to recharge your batteries and discover the smallest corners of the park Carsac-Aillac !
Well, if it's hot and you want to enjoy nature with your dog, I suggest you visit the Planbuisson bamboo garden. You will discover a magnificent botanical garden where the trees can keep you and your dog in the shade, which will make your visit even more pleasant! After your walk with your dog under the bamboo, you can visit the town The Buisson-de-Cadouin, a town that has a heritage classified by Unesco!
For even more activities with your dog you can find La Roque Saint-Christophe for an outdoor visit to Peyzac-le-Moustier. Or a Theme park – Le Bournat which retraces the life of a Périgord village in Le Bugue. And even a “Terra Aventura” Geocaching Route which will allow you to spend a playful moment with your family and your dog at Biscarrosse. You can also visit the Marais de Bonnefont, at lavergne, which is a nature reserve. This visit is accessible with your dog if it is kept on a leash.
I didn't lie to you: there are really 1000 dog-friendly activities to do in Périgord with your dog. Is not it ? All you have to do is choose! Moreover, if you want to know great hiking in the Dordogne, come and discover this article: Hiking in the Dordogne with your dog. You will love these new activities to do with your dog!
In short, you will have understood that the Dordogne is full of breathtaking landscapes, castles to visit, barges to discover the Dordogne valley by sailing and many others! This dog-friendly department will therefore allow you to enjoy your holidays with your dog and your family! Activities, accommodation, the Dordogne will know how to get away from it all and in addition it is 100% dog-friendly! And that at EmmèneTonChien.com we say a big YES and here we go!
I hope I have made you want to go to the Dordogne with your dog to discover all the wonders there! Personally, I really want to visit castles with Musher to give her the chatelaine life she deserves! As for Musher, I believe that the Cascades Perdues make him want to go find them thanks to his seasoned flair! So hop a little detour in the Dordogne for us will not be long …
See you soon Wouafer's for new destinations and activities to do with your dogs! And in the meantime, enjoy discovering the Dordogne and its surroundings accompanied by your super dog!