Larroque-Toirac and Pech de Bourrou viewpoint

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A lovely walk in the hills above Larroque-Toirac, offering a different perspective on the Lot valley. Viewpoints on the cliff edge overlooking the Lot valley and a walk on the limestone plateau. A short hike through woodland and open spaces. Suitable footwear is recommended.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 3.78 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 25 
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    Difficulty: Easy
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 738 ft
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    Descent: - 715 ft
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    Highest point: 1,296 ft
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    Lowest point: 646 ft
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Summit of the walk
Dolmen
Dolmen
Dolmen

Description of the walk

To get to the starting point, from Larroque-Toirac heading towards Saint-Pierre-Toirac, take the D38 towards Carayac. Pass the access point on the left of Laroche-Toirac and park at the side of the road a few metres further on. The hard shoulder is wide.

(S/E) To start this hike, walk up the road for 50 metres and take the path on the left that starts just after the house. This path leads to Mas de Mazet. Then follow the blue round markings to the left to join a path.

(1) At this junction with an old broken cross, turn left. After about 50 metres, the path widens and joins a track suitable for vehicles. Continue straight ahead (south-west).

(2) At the bend near a telephone relay station, follow the markings on your left. The path leads to the edge of the cliff. Enjoy the beautiful views of the Lot valley with the village of Ambeyrac opposite. Pass a slightly narrow area overlooking the Cirque de Bons, then an iron gate, and follow the path. Leave a path on the left and continue to the small road coming from Pech de Reynol.

(3) Turn left onto the tarmac road, then right onto a path 40 metres further on. At the fork shortly afterwards, keep left and continue to a parking area with a picnic table.

(4) Enjoy the beautiful 360° view. Take the path that climbs gently diagonally to the right, almost opposite. Pass a dolmen before reaching the crossroads a little further on, which is the highest point of the walk. Follow the path down to the right (blue round markings) and join the Mas de Tourtel crossroads.

(5) Descend to the right towards Pech Reynol and immediately turn left onto the path below (marked with a blue circle). Continue to the crossroads near Mas de Mazet.

(6) Take the path opposite, leaving the blue round markings that go off to the right. The road turns into a path. Continue straight downhill towards the starting point of the walk (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 646 ft - Parking available at the roadside.
  2. 1 : mi 0.77 - alt. 974 ft - Old cross
  3. 2 : mi 1.06 - alt. 1,063 ft - Telephone relay
  4. 3 : mi 1.67 - alt. 1,112 ft - road junction
  5. 4 : mi 2.12 - alt. 1,227 ft - Picnic area, Pech de Bourrou
  6. 5 : mi 2.95 - alt. 1,060 ft - Mas Tourtel
  7. 6 : mi 3.29 - alt. 965 ft - Mas Mazet
  8. S/E : mi 3.78 - alt. 646 ft - Parking available at the roadside.

Notes

This hike is not very difficult; the most challenging part is the section between the start and (1), where most of the ascent takes place.
Walking shoes are recommended. The trails are often shaded.
Accessible all year round.

Worth a visit

You can visit the nearby Château de Larroque Toirac (private).
Open to visitors every day from early July to late September from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and for groups, on request, from May to October.

Reviews and comments

4.9 / 5
Based on 11 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.7 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.9 / 5
Route interest
4.9 / 5
User 3582475

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 05, 2026
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely route. Just a bit short – worth doing again with some variations.

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User 22192831

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 11, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Great, thank you!

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corinne sarrail
corinne sarrail

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 25, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Route completed in January under the winter sun: a real pleasure.
Completely accessible, without difficulty
and, above all, with a beautiful view of the Lot
I would like to thank the contributor.

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runelan
runelan

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Nov 20, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Beautiful view of the plot, very pleasant route.

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jeanmich46
jeanmich46

A very beautiful route that we will do again, but be careful: the GPX file does not correspond to the map provided and cuts the route in two, with half of the return journey by road.

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yanisylan
yanisylan

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 16, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

The route is well marked, which is fortunate as it runs along a narrow cliff edge and is somewhat dangerous. It is rated as easy, but I would say it is more moderate.

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beauvillage
beauvillage

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 28, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very interesting hike overlooking Laroque-Toirac. Even in rainy weather, we enjoyed the place. We will return with a walking group as soon as the weather improves.

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PA12
PA12

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 23, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

An interesting and varied short hike. A very reliable route. No major difficulties for an average hiker, with a steady climb and no steep slopes. Thank you!

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cabriemax
cabriemax

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 13, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A superb hike to share with fellow hikers
Note that before point 1, at the end of the climb, the description is unclear. You will come to a low wall with a path to the left; climb up to the right to point (1).

After point (3), we made a small mistake by not turning left at the fork indicated in the description. Instead, we followed the blue circles and took the path downhill to the right. This added about 200 metres to our walk, but we did not regret our mistake, as we were amazed to discover a magnificent wash house (30 metres to the right) and some beautiful buildings (barns, caselle ) as we climbed the path on the left to cross the Mas de Bourrou and find the road (point (4) 100 metres to the left.
A mistake that makes me give this hike a rating of nearly 5/5.

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faurie/jeanclaude
faurie/jeanclaude

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 29, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

The Bons circus is not to be missed

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belebe
belebe

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 06, 2021
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very pleasant walk with beautiful views, varied paths and landscapes.
Not difficult at all, and completed in just under two hours, including a snack break at the picnic table mentioned in the description. This table is ideally located for a meal break, but on a hot day, as there is no shade whatsoever.

Take into account Thibaut Heimburger's observation regarding the arrival at point 1, as well as his advice to exercise caution at one particular section.

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Thibault HEIMBURGER
Thibault HEIMBURGER

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 05, 2020
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful hike, or rather a half-day walk (3-4 hours if you take your time).
The very beginning is uphill, but not particularly difficult, except for the last 30 metres, which are steep but manageable.
Magnificent views, especially of the Cirque de Bons +++, which is absolutely stunning in terms of its size and colours.
At this point, signs urge caution (risk of falls), but don't worry: just be careful and hold children's hands.
Note that before point 1, at the end of the climb, the description is unclear. You will come to a low wall with a path to the left. Take the path on the right to point 1.
On this hike, you will see the Lot valley in a new light, alternating between shade and sunshine, the Causse, magnificent 360° views and much more.
Recommended for young and old alike.

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