Dordogne (fleuve) walks

A very beautiful hike in a conservation area.

This well-marked loop, taken from the region's guidebooks, will take you through the village of Vitrac, perched on a plateau and dominated by its church and castle, as well as the medieval village of Montfort and its castle.

Enjoy discovering the village of Beynac (one of the most beautiful villages in France) and don't hesitate to visit its castle, a jewel of 12th-century military architecture that has been constantly remodelled since then. You will then be able to admire the surrounding countryside of hills, valleys, shady forests, green meadows and typical Périgord houses with their undeniable charm.

From the Vitrac quite village, this route goes up the Dordogne valley to discover the famous La Roque-Gageac clifftop village.

This fairly hilly route takes you through vineyards and castles and offers numerous viewpoints. The route was designed by the Fronsac Tourist Office and is fairly well signposted for the most part, but has been slightly modified.

Between cliffs and river, undergrowth and rocks, a beautiful walk awaits. The Floirac cirque, the banks of the Dordogne, the cliffs of Gluges and the village of Floirac.

Walk first along a greenway (cycle and footpath) and return along the Dordogne and Château de Montfort before returning via the greenway.

A pleasant walk, first through the forest, then through the countryside and along the Dordogne. Suitable for families.Moderator's note: footbridge closed, see reviews

Starting from La Bourboule, this hike follows the spring trail along the banks of the Dordogne. Halfway through, you can either retrace your steps or go via Rigolet Bas as described below. This hike allows you to discover thermal springs such as the Félix Spring and the Croizat Spring.

Easy hike passing by the small11th and16th century church of Carsac with the possibility of swimming in the Dordogne.

A circular walk to discover the small spa town, taking in a number of viewpoints on either side of the Dordogne River.

With this walk, you will not only visit Beynac, the famous village clinging to its cliff, with its castle overlooking one of the Dordogne's meanders, but also Cazenac, a quiet little hamlet high up in the valley, with its small church featuring remarkable modern stained glass windows.

Cette Voie Verte reprend une ancienne voie ferrée, entre Sarlat et Cazoulès. Le petit plus, sur 500 m, la piste emprunte le tunnel de cette ancienne voie ferrée.

Mountain bike ride in the Sancy massif, under the shadow of the Puy de Dôme.

Stage 3 of the "Between Puy de Sancy and Monts Dore" route. A very pretty stage, starting with a route at the bottom of the valley and ending with passages along the ridges of the various puys before Mont-Dore.

Take this route on your mountain bike through the vineyards, which will lead you from the quays of Castillon-la-Bataille to Blasimon and its abbey. Finish this route at the Blasimon leisure centre.

This is a short walk starting from the magnificent calvary of Bassignac-le-Haut, offering one of the most beautiful views of the Dordogne. It is an easy walk, with part of the route on a quiet road.

Circular cycle route loop no. 6 starting from Les Eyzies. A circular route that will take your breath away! This challenging circular route takes you through unspoilt countryside and past numerous historical sites. Between gentle climbs and exhilarating descents, you will pass the Moustier archaeological site and La Roque Saint-Christophe, in the heart of the Périgord Noir. Not to be missed!

Circular cycle route no. 2 starting from Le Bugue. Set off on a cycling adventure through nature and heritage! This charming, rolling route takes you to the Audrix plateaus, near the Château de La Batut in Saint-Chamassy, and on to Limeuil, listed as one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France. Between breathtaking panoramas and discoveries, get on your bike!

Created and offered by the Sainte-Florence Animationassociation during their annual "Vintage Bike Ride" event. Enjoy this 43 km ride in the heart of nature, between hills and rivers, to (re)discover our local landscapes.

Created and offered by the Sainte-Florence Animation association during their annual "Vintage Bike Ride" event. Enjoy this 30 km ride in the heart of nature, between hills and rivers, to (re)discover our local landscapes.

From Branne, take the picturesque little roads leading to Blasimon and let yourself be surprised, throughout this loop, by the richness of the local heritage and the views from the hillsides.

Follow part of EuroVelo 3: the Scandibérique, and explore the small roads of Brannais and Entre Deux Mers to discover charming villages, hamlets and local heritage.

Starting from the quays of Castillon-la-Bataille, this alternative route takes you to the hillsides of Castillonnais, offering breathtaking views of the Dordogne valley. Explore the valleys and admire the panorama.

Set off on a picturesque bike ride through the Brannais region and discover its magnificent Romanesque churches. Let yourself be charmed by the architecture of these historic buildings, witnesses to a rich cultural past.

Follow and admire the Dordogne from both banks as you pass through the villages and hamlets that surround it.