Tourism

Limoges – Capital of Porcelain

Limoges is known worldwide as the Capital of Porcelain. It was during the 18th century that Limoges porcelain truly took off. The city is renowned for its expertise, its excellence, and its quality.

But Limoges is not just about its porcelain; it has a multitude of treasures to reveal. We recommend strolling through the streets of the city center and discovering a monument, a museum, a restaurant, a small shop, and more…

Limoges in video

Limoges-Bénédictins train station

What makes Limoges an authentic, charming, and unique city also lies in its train station. The Limoges train station is known as one of the most beautiful in France; it was inaugurated in 1929. However, it has been listed as a historical monument since 1975. You will be captivated by the perfect blend of Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture. Advertisements, films, music videos, and more have been filmed in the enchanting setting of Limoges train station. Fun fact: the clocks on the station's bell tower are two minutes fast to ensure passengers arrive on time.

The Adrien Dubouché Museum

Visit us just a short distance from our hotel, near the train station in Limoges, to discover the Adrien Dubouché Museum, home to the world's largest and most comprehensive collection of porcelain, ceramics, and earthenware.

The history of ceramics, from Antiquity to the present day, is also explored through nearly 5,000 works.

Adrien Dubouché Museum

Adventure Land

To discover Nouvelle-Aquitaine in a fun and playful way, try geocaching and the Terra Aventura app. More than 400 treasure hunt trails await you and promise to let you explore the region in a whole new way.

Adventure Land

Limoges Cathedral

Just 700 meters from our hotel near the train station in Limoges, the Saint-Étienne Cathedral of Limoges stands in the heart of the city.

Its history began in 1270 with its construction, which was completed at the end of the 19th century.

Every day, you can visit this majestic monument and admire the crypt, the nave, and the organ.

Destination Limoges

Reynou Park

Just a few kilometers from our hotel in Limoges, we recommend you visit the Reynou Park and its more than 600 animals.
Five kilometers of trails await you, allowing you to encounter the animals, their habitats, and an enchanting natural setting.

Reynou Park

The Martyred Village

Visit our hotel near the train station in Limoges, just 20 kilometers away, to discover the village of Oradour-sur-Glane, the martyr village.

This village has become a symbol of the Second World War, a place frozen in time that serves as a constant reminder of this chapter of history.

The ruins of Oradour-sur-Glane perpetuate a message of remembrance and peace.

The area around Limoges

Explore the area around Limoges and make the Hôtel Des Deux Moulins your home base.

We recommend discovering the Solignac Abbey, the Rochechouart Castle, the Ambazac Mountains, the Collegiate Church of Saint-Léonard-de-Noblat, the Moulin du Got, the Lake Vassivière, and many other natural and historical sites.