Circular polishing stone loop in Campagne

A cool discovery walk in the Campagne national forest. In autumn, in the evening, you can hear the deer bellowing.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 3.30 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 55 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 489 ft
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    Descent: - 489 ft

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    Highest point: 682 ft
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    Lowest point: 226 ft

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Description of the walk

In Le Bugue, from the tourist office, head towards "Les Eyzies – Sarlat". The village of Campagne is just after the bridge over the Vézère. Drive through the village and continue straight on towards Saint-Cyprien until you reach the car park in the national forest opposite the "Val de la Marquise" campsite.

(S/E) Start from the sign opposite the campsite. Take the path behind, following the signs for the circular route, Boucle du Polissoir, and continue to the stairs.

(1) Take the path opposite. You will come to a fork.

(2) Continue along the path on the right, then take the path on the left at the intersection. You will come to a path that turns sharply to the right.

(3) Continue along the path on the right. Continue straight ahead at the intersection until the next fork and continue straight ahead until you reach the polisher.

(4) Information board. Take the path back to the junction.

(5) Turn right. Continue straight ahead at the next fork to reach a second fork.

(6) Take the path on the left. Along the descent, there are several information boards about nature. At a hairpin bend, you will come to an intersection.

(7) Turn right, following the sign for "Return". Turn right again, then left to find the signpost and the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 240 ft - Car park opposite the Val de la Marquise - Cluzeaux de Campagne
  2. 1 : mi 0.31 - alt. 253 ft - Stairs - Cluzeaux de Campagne
  3. 2 : mi 0.44 - alt. 259 ft - Path on the right - Escalier des Dames de Campagne
  4. 3 : mi 0.61 - alt. 299 ft - Fork to the right - Vézère (rivière)
  5. 4 : mi 1.58 - alt. 656 ft - Polissoire des Salles
  6. 5 : mi 1.67 - alt. 679 ft - Path on the right
  7. 6 : mi 2.21 - alt. 610 ft - Path on the left - Cluzeaux de Campagne
  8. 7 : mi 2.8 - alt. 387 ft - "Return" sign - Cluzeaux de Campagne
  9. S/E : mi 3.3 - alt. 240 ft - Car park opposite the Val de la Marquise - Cluzeaux de Campagne

Worth a visit

(3) You will arrive at a viewpoint.
(4) Observe the polisher (large rock used to polish flints).

Reviews and comments

4.7 / 5
Based on 6 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.8 / 5
Route interest
4.3 / 5
phidel4585
phidel4585

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 11, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

Hello,
There was a slight discrepancy between the trail we were on (the only one available) and the GPS signal, which alerted us that we were 100 metres from the trail when there were no other trails around 🤔
Otherwise, the rest of the hike went smoothly 👍
Best regards

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jean michel Bzdzinck
jean michel Bzdzinck

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 02, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

We combined it with the 3 hamlets circular route, a beautiful 15 km hike.

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Azimut71
Azimut71

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 22, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

The route is very well marked. Unfortunately, it was raining.

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Bernard N1.
Bernard N1.
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 09, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant hike in the shade, with the option of picnicking at the highest point in a beautiful rocky setting.
On your return, don't forget to visit the magnificent castle grounds.

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backyammon
backyammon

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : May 12, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant route, accessible with a nice mix of wide paths and forest trails. Almost entirely under cover.

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Patmorvan
Patmorvan

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 04, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely walk to stretch tired legs in the morning, with a bit of fresh air and a beautiful spot for a break at the polisher, perfect for a quiet picnic.

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