Été Actif : Initiation à l’orpaillage

‘L’Été Actif’ is a programme of activities organised by the Dordogne Departmental Council in partnership with the Grand Périgueux, with the ambitious aim of offering sport for everyone, everywhere in the Dordogne.
In 2026, a packed programme of events awaits you in the Grand Périgueux area: whether you’re on your own, with friends or with family, this is your chance to enjoy a wide range of physical and sporting activities, as well as cultural and outdoor leisure pursuits.

The introduction to gold panning invites you to discover traditional techniques for searching for gold in rivers. Led by an instructor, this fun and accessible activity allows you to learn how to use a gold pan and understand how gold flakes are formed, in a friendly natural setting. Suitable for ages 6 and over.