Salagnac: Cultural History, Hiking and Waters

Salagnac offers several specific reasons to stay: the history of the Cité de Clairvivre, a circular hike, geocaching, as well as bodies of water and regional products. The visit duration, hiking details and seasonal conditions can help you factor these interests into your plans.

Cultural History of the Cité de Clairvivre

In the interwar period, doctor Albert Delsuc established the Cité de Clairvivre as a place of refuge for people with lung injuries from the First World War. This specific purpose places the Cité’s origins in their historical context and gives it a clear historical connection.

The Cité has been awarded the French “Architecture contemporaine remarquable” label. The label highlights its architectural significance; together with its history, it offers two distinct ways to engage with the site.

The Cité de Clairvivre can be visited independently or as part of a guided tour. The average visit lasts 60 minutes. As visiting arrangements may change, check them before your visit.

Hiking and Geocaching

The Boucle de St Martin is a 9 km circular hike of moderate difficulty, with a stated duration of three hours. As a walking trail, it is also connected with the local fauna and flora. Duration and difficulty may vary depending on conditions, so take these details into account when planning.

Another activity is Tèrra Aventura, a treasure hunt with a geocaching element designed for everyone. As part of the programme, the tourist office has set up a family-friendly geocaching loop at the Cité de Clairvivre. The programme’s availability may change; check before your trip.

Two activities of different lengths can help you plan your time: the average 60-minute visit and the hike, which is listed as taking three hours. This allows you to plan the visit as a shorter activity and the circular hike as a longer block of time. The hike’s duration and difficulty remain dependent on conditions.

Bodies of Water and Fishing

The Plan d’eau de Clairvivre, also known as Etang de Born, is located in Salagnac and covers 20 hectares. The two names can help you identify the body of water when planning your trip.

Fishing is permitted year-round at the Plan d’eau de Born. Each angler may use a maximum of three lines, each with no more than two hooks. A maximum of three lines, each with no more than two hooks, is also specified for fishing at the Plan d’eau de Clairvivre. As fishing regulations may change, check the current rules before fishing.

Products from Clairvivre

L’Echoppe de Clairvivre sells seasonal fruit and vegetables, as well as cheese, nuts, honey, jam and wine. The range also includes products made from Cul-Noir pork, from pigs raised locally. Selection and availability vary; if you are looking for specific products, check the current range when planning your trip.

Discover more destinations: Cubjac, Ribérac, Fossemagne, Abjat-Sur-Bandiat, Saint-Capraise-D'eymet, Coubjours, Bosset, Conne-De-Labarde.

For the broader travel overview: Dordogne.