This is THE ultimate route of the Valley. On the natural border that separated the Kingdoms of France and England during the Hundred Years War before becoming a trade route for the “gabarriers” of yesteryear, this route allows you to marvel at the picturesque villages and emblematic castles of the Dordogne.

From our base ideally located at the foot of the Bastide de Domme, a few steps from the beautiful troglodyte village of La Roque-Gageac, it is an ideal route to discover the various castles along the water.

You will sail to one of the most beautiful villages in France, La Roque-Gageac a troglodyte cliff-sided village, at the exit of the village you will then see the beautiful castle of Malartrie. Then head to the fortress of Castelnaud la Chapelle and the castle of Beynac, two splendid imposing medieval castles on the edge of cliffs and facing each other: a breathtaking view from your canoe! In addition to these two majestic monuments of French history, you will also discover the castles of Marqueyssac and Fayrac. The finish point of your route is after the village of Beynac, at the Milandes. You will have the opportunity to sail along the village at the foot of the fortress, a unique feeling and a spectacular view from the canoe!