As the frenzy of summer fades, it still remains warm, generally hovering in the mid-twenties until mid-October. You’re also in luck because autumns here are of the long Indian summer variety. It will be easy to find a table in a restaurant and you will find you have the countryside, castles and medieval villages more to yourself. As the kids go back to school, it is an ideal time to explore if you are seeking a quieter time far from the summer crowds. As the leaves start to turn the light changes too, and the rolling hills of oak trees with brown orange leaves look magnificent drenched in reddish autumn sunsets. There is never a bad time to come to the Dordogne Valley but arguably the loveliest season of the year is autumn. Discover incredible cave art, thousands of years old and painted by prehistoric humans- its mind blowing stuff.Īutumn is for chilling out - September and October Thick castle walls will keep the heat off and caves always stay at a refreshing 13-14 degrees. If you’re finding it a little too hot under the collar, you can escape the heat with a visit to world famous caves and castles too. Get a tan, read a book under the shade of a tree and jump in the water again to cool off. Sun drenched or just drenched in a water fight the summer is a blast of good times and the sun is there to be soaked up. Visit a lake, or take in some minigolf then head to a waterpark with the kids for a hydro slide. Winding through the entire valley, you can relax on a secluded beach beside the river, go canoeing down it or just lie in it. Visitors take to the river, to swim, splash and play. The scorching summer is a blast of fun as bright days of blue sky with fluffy white clouds beam down invigorating everyone. With the arrival of summer the Dordogne Valley comes alive as one big playground for Europeans on holiday. Summer – Sun Drenched Fun in July and August Come across wild orchids as you ramble through the changing landscape and watch out for baby deer, or wild pigs crossing the small lanes in front of you when driving along country roads. As it’s not too hot it’s the perfect time to discover nature and go walking and hiking in the countryside. When getting ready for your break be prepared, particularly in early spring, to pack for all weather, so sunglasses and a raincoat are a good idea. There will be sunny days and you might encounter the odd day of rain or even a brief cold snap but generally the temperature is pleasantly warm. Nature and locals come out of their winter hibernation to enjoy clear, crisp blue skies.Īs cherry blossoms on trees add a splash of vivid colour to the countryside, expect a mixture of weather. In spring, the Dordogne Valley landscape is a vibrant mix of flowers beginning to blossom and leaves coming out on the trees again. There is a season for everyone and something for everyone in each season… Spring is for nature lovers - Easter until the end of June The warm Indian summer autumns mean you can still canoe until the leaves really turn. The frenzied activities of summer, with festivals of music, fireworks, gorgeous summer heat and getting wet in the river to cool down. Whatever the season, the Dordogne Valley offers every travellers something different with each change. ![]() The definitive guide to fishing in the Dordogne Valley.Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne Strawberry Festival.Rocamadour Classical Sacred Music Festival.Beers and Spirits made in the Dordogne Valley.
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