A water playground for everyone
Lac du Causse is the perfect place to enjoy a wide range of water sports. The water sports centre offers equipment hire for canoeing and kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, rowing, windsurfing and pedalos. Introductory and advanced courses are also available, led by qualified professionals.
For thrill-seekers, the Association Ski Nautique Briviste du Causse (ASNBC) offers activities such as water skiing, monoskiing, wakeboarding and tubing, accessible from the age of 2 thanks to specially adapted equipment.
A top-level training venue
Lac du Causse is not just a leisure destination; it is also renowned for its high-quality sports facilities. It has hosted international competitions, notably the World University Rowing Championships in 2004 and the World Junior Rowing Championships in 2009.
As an Olympic training centre, the lake hosted the Swiss rowing team in July 2024, a testament to the excellence of its facilities.
A well-deserved relaxing break
After all that exertion, it’s time to unwind. Lac du Causse has lifeguard-supervised beaches in summer, ideal for a refreshing swim. Picnic areas, food trucks and open-air cafés allow you to enjoy a bite to eat with your feet in the water.
For fishing enthusiasts, the lake is classified as a second-category fishing lake and is home to a wide variety of fish, such as pike, zander, perch, carp and catfish. Fishing courses are available for all levels.
A preserved natural setting
Lac du Causse is surrounded by walking trails and cycle paths, offering magnificent panoramic views of the Corrèze Causse. The Terra Aventura geocaching trail ‘From Water to the Stone of the Causse’ is a fun way to explore the region.
Nearby, the Gouffre de la Fage, a Natura 2000 site, offers a unique caving experience, with its passages adorned with stalactites and stalagmites.
Practical information
- Lac du Causse water sports centre: open all year round (except during the Christmas holidays).
- ASNBC: water skiing, wakeboarding and tubing.
- Supervised swimming: in July and August, from 11am to 7pm.
- Wearing a lifejacket: compulsory for all water sports.
How to get there
You can fly to Brive-la-Gaillarde on flights operated by Chalair Aviation. From Brive, Lac du Causse is just about fifteen minutes’ drive away.
Whether you’re travelling on business or looking for a nature getaway, Lac du Causse is a destination of choice. Its high-quality facilities, varied activities and unspoilt setting make it a must-visit spot near Brive-la-Gaillarde.