Causse-et-Diège walks

A short, easy walk on the Causse de Gelle plateau, very pleasant with beautiful views of the Diège valley.

A magnificent walk taking you in turn through the Gorges de la Diège, past the Chapel of Saint-Loup, through the Val de la Diège and on to the Lieucamp plateau, offering superb views, particularly of Peyrusse-le-Roc.

A very scenic route that follows an old path once used by locals to link Foissac to Vernet-le-Bas. This walk alternates between sections through woodland and open areas offering lovely views of the valley. A route with a bit of an elevation gain but not very difficult on foot. It can also be done by mountain bike.

An easy family walk on the Causse plateau between Foissac and the cliffs of the Lot Valley. At the recently restored Mas de Renayac, you’ll enjoy a beautiful view of the Lot Valley, with Larroque-Toirac Castle opposite.

The Célé Valley is one of several routes on the Way of St James. Some say it is one of the most beautiful. From Faycelles, near Figeac, to Cahors, via Espagnac, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie and Vers, this 7-stage hike takes its time around the villages of the Célé and then the Lot. It’s the perfect way to appreciate the monuments, landscapes and people of this very welcoming region.Don’t hesitate: it’s beautiful, friendly and welcoming.Return to the starting point by SNCF bus.

From the top of the Faycelles plateau, between the Lot and the Célé rivers, the route leads to the starting point ofthe GR®®651for thefirst descent into the Célé valley.Medieval villages such as Faycelles, Corn and Espagnac, ancient stone castles, churches, chapels and priories: you’re definitely on a route of the Way of St James. The most beautiful one, they say.The route is very shaded and benefits from the coolness of the Célé valley.

This circular route allows you to explore the two villages of Peyrusse-le-Roc: - the village around the church is the current village, - on the slopes, the ruined medieval city. If you are already familiar with it, the hike offers an unusual arrival point. If you are not familiar with it, it will make you want to come back to explore the area in more detail.

Hike to discover the ruins of Peyrusse-le-Roc and its countryside.

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.

This circular route is a combination of two referenced routes: the Lunan route at the beginning and end, and the Capdenac route in the middle. This route is not particularly difficult and offers superb views of the Lot valley and the town of Capdenac-Gare, as well as allowing you to visit the medieval town of Capdenac le Haut.

The twenty-seventh stage of the Way of St James. For this stage, you’ll leave theGR®® 65to follow a charming alternative route that will take you off the beaten track and allow you to discover unspoilt nature with breathtaking scenery. Just before the charming little village of Béduer, you’ll leave theGR®® 65 to take the Célé route on theGR®® 651. You’ll pass through the villages of Boussac and Corn, with their old houses typical of the Quercy region and their troglodyte caves. Then, nestled in the bend of the River Célé, you’ll discover Espagnac-Sainte-Eulalie – two authentic villages merged into one. It’s worth noting that the magnificent priory and its exceptional bell tower alone are well worth the detour. It’s not without reason that the area is known as Val Paradis.

Discover the village of Lentillac-Saint Blaise from the hamlets overlooking it. Labat, Le Puech, Polzes and Lacaze all offer typical Quercy dwellings and bear witness to the agricultural and wine-growing activity that once took place there. Moderator's warning on 26/01/2021: Caution! Disappearance of paths around the quarry, see notices.

A hilly route offering beautiful views and passing through pretty hamlets characteristic of our region. Can be done on foot, horseback or mountain bike.

Set off with a view of the Auvergne mountains for a walk through the woods, hopping over streams.

A route that will allow you to discover the landscapes of the Gorges du Célé, the small shaded paths on the Causse and the meadows along the river. It follows small roads and public paths that are often inaccessible to motor vehicles.

A beautiful, easy hike or mountain bike ride through the woods, with three fords on the Riou Viou, which can be bypassed if the stream is in flood.

Come and discover the town of Viviez-bourg with a geo-embedded audio route. Once a poor rural town in Aveyron, at the confluence of streams that made it a breeding ground, it later became the small town of zinc. It is rich in its industrial heritage and its inhabitants who have transformed and shaped it over time. Scan the QR code on the starting panel and let yourself be guided and listen to its history. During your tour, you will discover 21 panels telling the story of Viviez, 11 audio heritage recordings, 2 virtual tours and 1 interactive panorama.

Come and discover the town of Viviez-Pont through a geocaching and audio route. Once a poor rural village in the Aveyron, situated at the confluence of streams that made it a fishing ground, it later became the ‘little town of zinc’. It is rich in its industrial heritage and its inhabitants, who have transformed and shaped it over time. Scan the QR code on the starting panel and let yourself be guided as you listen to its history. Along the way, you’ll discover 16 panels recounting the history of Viviez-Pont, 9 audio heritage recordings and 1 virtual tour. This heritage trail is fully signposted, with information panels marking the route.

The twenty-sixth stage of the Way of St James. The days pass, the kilometres fly by and the landscapes change... A few kilometres after leaving Livinhac-le-Haut, you enter the Lot department with new and varied landscapes and that feeling of having arrived in the south, with the cicadas singing and the tiled roofs covering the houses.

A route not far from Martiel, offering views and a chance to commune with nature.

Set off on an exciting and enriching walk. Their ecological and heritage value, the result of history and nature, earned these ponds their designation as a Natura 2000 site by the European Union at the very start of the century. Twenty years later, the SMBV2A and Rural Concept are responsible for preserving these environments. Together with the ponds’ owners, managers and users, they help to maintain these fragile ecosystems. Be observant and respectful of the environment – some wonderful surprises may await you.

This circular walk starts from Saint-Clair de Margue, a hamlet belonging to Salvagnac-Carjac. On this walk, you will walk along roads without meeting anyone. You will take paths between low walls that mark the boundaries of plots of land. You will see magnificent landscapes on both sides. You will be in the shade most of the time, but also in the sun on other sections. You will discover the Gouffre de l'Oule.

1-hour discovery hike. You will discover several dolmens, including Bois Del Rey, Bois de Galtier, Devès des Gleyettes and the Cloup des Gleyettes basin.

A route to explore the dolmens of Bois del Rey, Bois de Galtier and Devès des Gleyettes, as well as the Cloup des Gleyettes basin.     

A small, peaceful village with a hill called Garenne as its promontory, ideal for exploring the surrounding countryside, Saint-Santin is a village shared between Cantal and Aveyron (two schools, two town halls and two churches). The Lot department is also very close by. The proposed route offers an easy and pleasant hike which, in spring or summer, can serve as a botanical and photographic tour.