🧭 Activities and Leisure Around the Cottage – Périgord Noir, Sarlat and Domme
Périgord Noir is a land of contrasts and discovery, where every day can take on a different tone: adventure, contemplation, culture, or nature.
From O’ Temps de Vivre Cottage, ideally located just minutes from Sarlat-la-Canéda, Domme, and La Roque-Gageac, you have easy access to a wide range of leisure activities for all ages.
Whether you’re a fan of hiking, canoeing, local markets, cultural visits, or simply seeking peaceful moments in nature, our region offers a wealth of unforgettable experiences.
Here, leisure isn’t scheduled—it unfolds at your own pace.
🌿 Nature Activities and Relaxation Just Steps from the Cottage
O’ Temps de Vivre Cottage is much more than just a place to stay – it’s an invitation to live in harmony with nature. From the moment you step inside, you’re immersed in a preserved environment that encourages disconnecting and peaceful contemplation.
- 🚶♀️ Nature walks through woods and marked trails
- 🚲 Mountain biking or cycling routes along quiet country roads
- 🧘♀️ Yoga sessions, meditation, and wellness massages at the cottage
- 🏊♂️ Private pool with a view of the surrounding countryside
- 🎯 Children’s games and relaxation in the wooded park
By staying in our nature cottage near Sarlat, you’ll enjoy the perfect setting to slow down, breathe, and fully embrace the present moment—all without needing to use your car.
👨👩👧👦 Experiences to Enjoy as a Family, with Friends, or Solo
Whether you’re a couple, a family, or a group of friends, Périgord Noir offers activities suited to all ages and all interests. Nature, culture, sports, or relaxation… everyone can set their own pace.
- 🧒 Fun activities for kids: animal parks, farms, outdoor games
- 🛶 Canoeing and kayaking on the Dordogne – a unique way to discover the region
- 🚲 Biking, hiking, caving, or tree-top adventures for the more active
- 🍷 Wine tasting, foie gras, and local specialties for food lovers
- 🎨 Guided tours, exhibitions, and workshops for the curious and creative
A stay at the cottage offers the freedom to alternate between rest and adventure, depending on your mood and that of your companions.
Below is a selection of possible activities in the region and their distance from the cottage.
🏰 Tourist Sites and Heritage Around Sarlat
Périgord Noir is one of the richest regions in France in terms of historical and architectural heritage. From the cottage, you’re just minutes away from the most iconic sites in Dordogne and the neighboring Lot.
- 🏰 Sarlat-la-Canéda: lively medieval town, markets, narrow streets, and gastronomy
- 🌄 Domme: hilltop bastide with exceptional views over the Dordogne Valley
- 🏞️ La Roque-Gageac: troglodyte village ranked among the most beautiful in France
- 🏯 Beynac and its castle overlooking the river
- 🌌 The caves of Lascaux or Lacave: prehistoric treasures
- 🙏 Rocamadour: a spiritual and spectacular site, less than an hour away
- 🌿 The Gardens of Marqueyssac and Eyrignac: topiary art and sculpted nature
Staying at O’ Temps de Vivre Cottage means being in the heart of an exceptional region, rich in history, beauty, and emotion, without the need to travel far.
The Dordogne Valley is an unmatched playground for discovering enchanting landscapes at your own pace—fully immersing yourself in the surrounding nature. With nearly 600 km of river for canoeing and over 7,000 km of marked trails for hiking in all its forms (on foot, horseback, or mountain biking…), there’s something for every nature lover.
🧘 An Active… or Contemplative Stay
📆 Plan Your Stay in Périgord Noir
Looking to explore, move, savor, or slow down? Feel free to contact us for personalized recommendations on activities to enjoy around the cottage. We’ll be happy to guide you so that your stay in Périgord Noir is both enriching and relaxing.
👉 Be sure to check out the Massages, Nature Cottage, and Explore Périgord pages to create your ideal itinerary.