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The River Lot is one of the most beautiful paddling rivers in southwest France. Wide, calm, and flanked by wooded hills and medieval villages, it's ideal for leisurely canoe trips, kayaking adventures, and stand-up paddleboarding. At Lasclottes, the river is right at the bottom of the garden.
Paddle from the Property
Lasclottes has its own private pontoons and river beach, giving you direct access to the water. If you bring your own canoe, kayak, or paddleboard, you can launch straight from the garden without needing to drive anywhere.
The stretch of river here is calm and wide — perfect for a morning paddle upstream before drifting gently back with the current. Children can play safely in the shallows at the river beach.
Canoe & Kayak Hire
Several local operators offer canoe, kayak, and leisure boat hire with organised trips on the Lot. They provide all equipment, safety briefings, and shuttle services so you can paddle downstream and be picked up at the end.
Capitainerie à Port de Penne in Penne d'Agenais is the closest hire point, just 5 minutes from Lasclottes. They offer half-day and full-day trips suitable for all ages and abilities.
C'Lot Centre Nautique in Casseneuil also offers canoe hire along with stand-up paddleboards and guided trips.
Stand-Up Paddleboarding
SUP has become hugely popular on the Lot in recent years. The calm, wide sections near Lasclottes are perfect for beginners, and the views from the water are spectacular — wooded hillsides, stone farmhouses, and the occasional heron taking flight.
Boards can be hired from local operators, or bring your own inflatable SUP — they pack down small and are easy to launch from the pontoon.
A Family-Friendly River
The Lot is a gentle river with no rapids or dangerous currents in this section. It's suitable for children and complete beginners. The organised trips include life jackets and waterproof barrels for your belongings, and the operators will match the route to your experience level.
For younger children, the river beach at Lasclottes is a wonderful place to splash around, build sandcastles, and try paddling in the shallows under supervision.
Practical Information
Nearest Hire
Capitainerie à Port de Penne — 5 minutes from Lasclottes in Penne d'Agenais. Canoes, kayaks, and leisure boats. Half-day and full-day trips.
What to Bring
Suncream, a hat, water shoes or old trainers, and a change of clothes. The hire operators provide life jackets, paddles, and waterproof containers.
Best Time
May to September. The river is warmest in July and August. Mornings are often calmest for paddleboarding. Early evening paddles are magical as the light softens.
Locks
The Lot has locks (écluses) along its length. Organised trips account for these, and some include portaging around them as part of the adventure.