La Canourgue and the Gorges du Tarn golf course: a perfect day
Published on 04-11-2026
Morning: explore La Canourgue, the Little Venice of Lozère
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then set off for La Canourgue, just one hour from Florac. On the way, admire Lozère's lovely panoramas before setting foot in the region's little Venice. It owes its nickname to the clear waters of the Urugne, which form winding medieval canals, a delightful place to linger. Originally built to harness water power, today they give the village undeniable charm: you will want to lose yourself in its lanes.
In the village, wander the streets of the historic centre and admire the Renaissance houses, lasting witnesses to the prosperity La Canourgue owed to its former cloth trade. Historic bridges, traditional wash houses and overhanging timber houses add a spellbinding atmosphere that takes you back in time. Before leaving, don't forget to pass by the Saint-Martin collegiate church, dating from the 12th century. Legend has it that the former monastery housed a dozen canons, "canoungié" in the local dialect, which gave La Canourgue its name.
After this dose of history, how about a little swing?
An afternoon at the Golf des Gorges du Tarn
Right next to the village, relax at the Golf des Gorges du Tarn, open from March to November, whose exceptional Sabot course is the key to its reputation. With 18 holes, this hilly, wooded course will win you over, whether you are an amateur or an experienced golfer. Designed by architects Chris Pitman and Thierry Sprecher in the late 1980s, the course offers a fine technical and strategic challenge, with raised greens and subtle slopes. A chance to enjoy lovely views over the Aubrac plateaus during your round, before relaxing on the shady clubhouse terrace.
If you want to practise more or enjoy the place for a few days, the golf club also offers individual and group lessons, as well as golf breaks of two to seven nights.
Between romantic walks along the canals of La Canourgue and rounds of golf amid the valleys, you won't forget this escape in a hurry. Back at the Grand Hôtel Du Parc, why not round off the day with a dip in the pool?
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Opening Periods 2026
Hotel : Open from April 4 to October 31, 2026
Restaurant : Closed for the 2026 season
Pool : Open from June 3 to September 30, 2026