Douelle Base Information | Boating Holidays

Douelle and its river are steeped in history, with the most important section between Cahors and Fumel. The river has been used for trading wines and cereals from Cahors since the Middle Ages. Douelle itself was famous for its skilled boatmen and a Gabarra is hung in the local church reminding the locals of its village history.

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At the Base

Base Opening Hours

Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat: 9am – 5pm.
Tue, Thu and Sun: 10am – 4pm

Local Market

Wednesday and Saturday morning at Cahors.

Fishing

Fishing licenses can be ordered prior to arrival at http://en.cartedepeche.fr/.

Parking at the Base

Pre-bookable enclosed secured parking onsite and open parking also onsite.

Tourist Office

Place F. Mitterrand,
46000
Cahors
+33 (0) 565 532 065

Travel Information

By Road

Be prepared

It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with local road rules and abide by them. Most European countries have a list of compulsory equipment that you must take with you. For example, there is a new legal requirement in France to carry a breathalyser, triangle & florescent jacket in your car. For driving advice and a list of the equipment youll need, please visit https://www.theaa.com/european-breakdown-cover/driving-in-europe

Directions from North

Leave motorway exit 57 Cahors Nord/ Villeneuve sur Lot and continue for 10 km. At the MacDonalds roundabout turn right in the direction of Villeneuve sur Lot. Take the D 911 for 5 kms. At the Mercués traffic lights, turn left in the direction of Douelle. Our base is 4 km from here.

Car rental

Cahors : Avis: +33 (0)5 65 30 13 10 (11 km)

Parking

Pre-bookable enclosed secured parking onsite and open parking also onsite.

By Rail

Closest train station:

Cahors: 15km

By Air

Closest airports:

Brive-la-Gaillarde: 102 km (A20/D12 or D6)