Rivières: Dam and water activities in Aiguelèze

There are several ways to plan a trip to Rivières: the Barrage hydroélectrique, water-based leisure activities in Aiguelèze, and the Golf d’Aiguelèze. If you are looking for a hotel in Rivières, these themes can help you organise your interests. Architecture and heritage, water activities, and golf offer different ways to shape your stay.

Dam and heritage

The Barrage hydroélectrique de Rivières is 160 metres long and 21 metres high. It has been awarded the Patrimoine du XXe siècle label and is the only dam on the Tarn equipped with a lock. Alongside its dimensions, two other features stand out: the heritage label and the lock.

The measurements give the structure a tangible sense of scale: its length is considerably greater than its height. The lock is also a technical feature that sets the dam apart from others on the Tarn. For those interested in architecture and technology, it offers a distinct focus alongside the water-based leisure activities.

Water activities in Aiguelèze

The Loisirs-d’Aiguelèze site in Rivières covers 60 hectares along the banks of the Tarn. Activities there include canoeing, pedal boating, fishing from a fishing boat, a sailing school, and water skiing. The range includes boating as well as fishing, sailing, and water skiing, so you can choose according to your specific interests. Individual operators and seasonal schedules may change. Check which activities are currently available before your visit.

At Port d’Aiguelèze, canoes, stand-up paddleboards, pedal boats, and motorboats that do not require a licence are available for hire. The range goes beyond paddle-powered and pedal boats to include motorboats that can be used without a licence. As availability may change, check the latest information if you are planning to hire a boat.

The Aqua-Parc d’Aiguelèze features 2,000 square metres of inflatable water structures on the Tarn. Stand-up paddleboards and canoes are also available for hire there for trips on the Tarn, starting from the Aiguelèze leisure site. Unlike the general water activities, the Aqua-Parc is a seasonal attraction, and rentals are seasonal too. Check the latest opening information and rental availability before travelling.

Golf as another focus

The Golf d’Aiguelèze has a wooded 9-hole course with fairways, bunkers, and water hazards. These features describe the course in more detail than simply calling it a golf course: its profile includes not only the number of holes but also its wooded setting and the hazards mentioned. Golf is therefore a distinct focus alongside the water-based activities. Confirm current access to the course before your trip.

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For the wider travel overview: Tarn.