Author: Campsite Dordogne : Les Cinq Châteaux

The White Ladies' Ball at Château du Puymartin

👉Every Tuesday from 7.30pm, come and immerse yourself in a warm, poetic atmosphere at Château Puymartin, 6km from Sarlat. Throughout the evening, you'll be treated to a host of activities, including make-up and handicraft workshops for children, traditional wooden games, artistic strolls, traditional storytelling, a bar and musical entertainment...
As night falls, three companies have created an original show to give you an unforgettable experience: Cie Waati Nooma (giant puppets), Cie Ceko (stilt walkers) and Cie Eclats de Rêves (dancers and actors).

Book your tickets online now!

Marqueyssac by candlelight

👉Every Thursday evening in July and August, from 7pm to midnight, the Marqueyssac gardens offer an evening stroll to enjoy with family or friends. During these evenings, 2,000 candles are lit in the gardens and more than 150 light sources are installed along the cliff walk.
On the programme: candle-making workshop/ "Les marraines les fées" by the Lilou company/ pianist Thierry Combeau, in the tearoom/ a swing jazz trio/ a gypsy jazz quartet/ a "FlexiSax" saxophone quartet/ Deep Lounge Experience by "DJ Philou"/Light shows

Tickets may only be purchased online, subject to availability.

Sarlat-la-Canéda night market

👉Every Thursday evening from 10 July, come and discover Sarlat's (non-gourmet) night market from 6pm to 11pm. You'll be able to take advantage of the craftsmen's creations and the extended opening of shops in the town centre.

River canoe kayak

👉 Want to discover the Dordogne in a different way? Take a canoe or kayak trip with our partner River Canoë Kayak, located in Saint-Vincent-de-Cosse, near Beynac. River Canoë Kayak can collect you directly from the campsite and bring you back at the end of your session. Prices start from €17 per person.
There are three routes to choose from, to suit your sense of adventure:
3-hour course
4-hour course
All-day route (departure at 10.30am)
The itineraries allow you to admire emblematic sites such as La Roque-Gageac, Castelnaud, Beynac and Les Milandes.
You can choose between 2, 3 or 4-seater canoes and 1 and 2-seater kayaks.
So don't hesitate to book your descent at the campsite reception!

Vézac en fêtes

👉 Would you like to enjoy a musical break for an evening? Vézac en fête welcomes you on Friday 20 June 2025 from 8pm at the Vézac stadium for a friendly, festive evening.
On the programme:
-musical entertainment provided by the GNS orchestra
-Refreshments and food available on site
-Fireworks at 11pm

Night-time tour of Sarlat-la-Canéda

👉 Come and discover the town of Sarlat-la-Canéda with its bewitching atmosphere as night falls. Just 15 minutes by car from the campsite and about 1 hour by bike, the town of Sarlat offers you the chance to follow a tour guide as you discover its narrow streets, passageways and its distinctive 15th and 16th century cathedral. Night-time visits take place every evening at 10pm, departing from the tourist office. Tours last around 1? hours and tickets cost €10 (full price).
Come and discover this charming town full of secrets from another angle!

Josephine Baker Festival 28 & 29 June 2025

👉 This year, the festival is paying tribute to "fighting women" such as Joséphine Baker, Simone Veil, Gisèle Halimi and Geneviève de Gaulle-Anthonioz.

On the programme:

-Round tables and conferences

-Film debates

-Exhibitions and events

Admission to the gardens and festival is free over the two days.

Swimming pool open!

👉 The swimming pool is open! With a breathtaking view of the castles of Castelnaud and Beynac 😀 and it's heated too! #campingdordogneperigord #vacancesenfamille #sarlatourisme #valleedes5chateaux #piscinechauffee

A brief overview of the campsite and the current developments.

👉 A brief overview of the campsite and the current developments. Sarlat 10 km away, in the heart of Périgord Noir and the famous Valley of the 5 Castles, on the banks of the River Dordogne 😀
Nb: photo taken on the heights of @castelnaudlachapelle September 2022

Agricultural and automobile museum

At the gateway to the Périgord Noir, come and discover a huge collection of machines and tools restored by Benoît Jouclar and his team of volunteers. They have succeeded in bringing back to life a genuine heritage that bears witness to the traditions of everyday life. Whether you're passionate about farming, motoring or the everyday objects of our "old-timers", or simply curious, this is the site for you.