Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère is situated on the Vézère. In the Église Saint-Léonce, the choir and transept arms from the 12th century have been preserved; the round apse is flanked by two apses. During the summer season, concerts of the Festival du Périgord Noir take place there.
When planning a stay in Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère, you may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Culture
The Château de Clérans in the village of Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère dates from the 16th century. It is privately owned and cannot be visited.
The Manoir de la Salle in Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère was built in the 14th century and includes a square keep. The Donjon, Manoir et Jardin de la Salle complex in the centre of Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère opened its doors to the public for the first time. It includes a seigneurial tower from the 12th century and a manor house from the 15th century; the complex also offers a covered walkway with views over the village.
Nature
Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère is surrounded by rocks and forests. The Côte de Jor viewpoint offers views over the Vézère Valley.
The Boucle de Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère is an easy 3.37-kilometre circular trail through the village centre and the surrounding countryside. The Boucle du Roc starts in the village of Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère, is 14.95 kilometres long and runs mainly along the former towpath beside the Vézère.
Experiences
Le Conquil offers a guided tour of rock shelters and a medieval dovecote. There are also themed nighttime experiences, including the Apéro-Troglo. Le Secret du Conquil is an immersive puzzle game set in the cliff face.
The Parcours aventure – Préhistobranche includes a zip line more than 200 metres long.
The Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère market brings local producers together at the nautical landing stage, where regional products can be sampled.
Other destinations: Plazac, Servanches, Saint-Victor, Jayac, Vanxains, Saint-Vincent-De-Cosse, Tourtoirac, Valeuil
