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Brive-la-Gaillarde walks
Puymèges
A short walk on the outskirts of Brive-la-Gaillarde in a pretty woodland setting, half of which is off the beaten track and half of which is on the road.
Around Travassac
A lovely walk, partly through woodland and partly in sunny open country. Very little road walking.
Please note that the route does not pass through the Travassac slate quarry, which is a paid attraction.
The two Maumonts
A mostly shaded hike crossing the "Maumont Blanc" and "Maumont Noir" streams.
Hike marked in yellow from Donzenac.
Sapinier Route
Wooded circular from the rugby stadium to the banks of the Roanne.
Sentier des Saulières in Donzenac
Route starting from Donzenac offering a view of the Travassac slate quarry and following part of the Resistance route with the Trou aux Loups and Chat Huant shelters.
The three mills of Venarsal
A five-minute walk from Brive and Malemort along the streams that feed the Barrage de la Couze dam.
A shaded route through the woods, with the only drawback being a slightly steep hill on a tarmac road.
You will pass three old mills, which are no longer in use but reflect the life of yesteryear.
PLEASE NOTE: deforested area between points 3 and 4, impassable in wet weather.
The four mills of Venarsal
A beautiful hike around the Biou and Couze rivers, which flow into Lake Couze. Very shady, it passes four mills, some of which have been restored but are no longer in operation. The gradient is sometimes a little steep, but it's worth it.
Please note: there is a deforested area between points (5) and (6), which is impassable in wet weather.
Route of the plateau at Sainte-Féréole
The route is marked in yellow from Sainte-Féréole. It follows paths and small roads with little traffic.
Karst route around the Entrecor valley
This route, based on the theme of the Blagour de Chasteaux underground network, allows you to discover the Couze sinkhole, the dry valley of Entrecor, the Jonquilles chasm and the resurgence of underground waters at the source of the Blagour.
From Nazareth to Turenne
A beautiful walk from Jugeals Nazareth to Turenne via Gernes.
Magnificent views of Turenne Castle and the cliffs above the Tourmente.
Sentier de la Rochette in Donzenac
Route near Donzenac along shaded paths. Crossing the Merovingian bridge.
Canal des Moines
This easy hike will take you along the Canal des Moines in a bucolic, shaded setting, starting from one of the prettiest villages in Corrèze.
The Canal aux Moines and the ruins of the Monastery
A very pleasant hike close to a colossal structure built by the monks of Aubazines in the 12th century. It is a truly exceptional work. This route also allows you to discover the ruins of the Aubazines Women's Monastery.
The Moines Canal skilfully follows the curves of the hill and feeds a reservoir in the abbey enclosure. In the past, the waterfall was used to power the monastery's mill.
The Canal aux Moines, the Hermitage and the Cromlech of Puy de Pauliac
A very pleasant hike close to a colossal structure built by the monks of Aubazines in the 12th century. This circuit also allows you to discover a dolmen, a dry stone "village" built by a hermit, the Puy de Pauliac with its orientation table and its cromlech.
The Canal aux Moines skilfully follows the curves of the hill for about 1.5 km and feeds a reservoir in the abbey enclosure. In the past, the waterfall was used to power the monastery's watermill.
Our Lady of Fournet
An easy walk through the forest ends at Notre-Dame de Fournet, with a beautiful view of the Couze valley. The route also offers a glimpse of Lake Chasteaux.
Tour of the Fournet plateau
This circular route around the limestone hill of Fournet offers a variety of landscapes, both on the side of the Causse lake and the listed village of Chasteaux, and on the north side towards the Vézère valley and the hills of Yssandon, Perpezac-le-Blanc and Saint-Robert.
The route takes few paved roads and little-used paths and trails, with the exception of the two kilometres that follow part of the route around the Causse lake.
The Coiroux Gorges
Hike from the centre of Aubazine along the Canal des Moines, the Gorges du Coiroux, the wooded slopes of Roc Labrazie and the hamlet of Les Clèdes, before returning to the village by crossing the Coiroux torrent again, below the village, next to a waterfall.
Around the Citadel of Turenne
A short walk around the village of Turenne, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, with interesting views of the citadel.
Village of Turenne from the Tourmente valley
A short walk for beautiful views of Turenne from the Tourmente valley, before visiting this pretty village.
The balconies of Corrèze starting from Cornil
This route consists of two circular loops, one 6 km long and the other 9 km long, which can be done independently. They are marked in yellow from the town hall in Cornil. The first passes along the banks of the Corrèze and the arboretum, while the second offers a long stretch through the forest. The whole route is fairly shaded, which can be pleasant in summer. A short detour allows you to admire the ruins of the castle and the church overlooking the village of Cornil.
Around Aubazines
A winding route through the woods, between greenery and running water...
Circular around the Coiroux complex
Enjoy a delightful walk around the lake and Coiroux Golf Course.
The spring trail in Collonges-la-Rouge
This path through the hills above Collonges shows you how the village was supplied with water until the mid-20th century. Along this circuit, there are several points of historical interest with audio commentary available via audio terminals.
Washing houses in Collonges-la-Rouge
Walk around Collonges-la-Rouge.
The Vézère Gorges and its dams
This magnificent trail will allow you to discover part of the Vézère Gorges in a preserved and wild natural setting. Panoramic view of the Brive basin.
The hillsides of the Vézère river at the start of Voutezac
A lovely route that takes you from the Saillant Chapel to the Chartroulle Chapel, discovering one of the rare vineyards in Corrèze, on the slopes of the Vézère in the commune of Allassac. A few steep slopes and paths that can be muddy in the rainy season, but a beautiful panorama.
The Étangs de Lachamp-Favars
Just 20 minutes from Malemort-sur-Corrèze, this shaded walk with very little tarmac allows you to discover the large Étang de Lachamp lake and the forests surrounding Favars. A pleasant walk in hot weather.
This hike takes 2½ hours.
The Devil's Chair
Loop around Meyssac and Collonges-La-Rouge to discover the geological fault that has left a deep mark on the ground. Red sandstone to the north and white limestone to the south will take you to the Chaise du Diable (Devil's Chair) where you can rest before diving back into the valley.
Around Cressensac
Hike allowing you to discover the main heritage sites of Cressensac along small roads and paths.
Chauffour via paths and small roads from Meyssac
A circular route starting from Meyssac towards Chauffour-sur-Vell along paths and small roads. Wash houses, fountains, springs and beautiful buildings adorn this fairly easy hike.
Discovering the sundial from Meyssac
A hike along beautiful wooded paths or pastures to discover an unusual sundial.
Cavagnac Castle from Saillac
A circular route along wide paths from Saillac to the Château de Cavagnac. Beautiful views, a wash house and lovely buildings enhance this walk.
The Château de Poissac
A pleasant short hike on the outskirts of Tulle, mostly avoiding paved roads and allowing you to enjoy the site of the Château de Poissac.
Rebourg-Chanteix Waterfalls
A short walk near Chanteix where you can admire a pretty waterfall and its stream, the Maumont Blanc. An ideal spot for a picnic at the end of the walk. The hike is easy, with only 400 metres of road.
Crozes fountain
A very pleasant walk through the forest, offering exceptional views of the Objat valley at the end of the route.Best done at the weekend to avoid any disturbance from quarry activities.
User comment on 24 August 2025.(!) After the ruins of Patel, the footbridge (4) that crosses the river has collapsed and it is not possible to ford the river. A detour is signposted on site. This detour takes you to Rouffignac. Alternatively, you can follow "le chemin du Maquis", which is a little technical at at the moment.
Comment from a user on 29 December 2025.The second footbridge (under the ruins of Patel) has been repaired and the path can be followed as indicated.