Fanlac walks

This walk is circular and takes you around the village of Fanlac. A short, pleasant walk suitable for families.

A long, peaceful hike in the Barade National Forest (barradaen occitan: closed): calm, wind in the branches, birdsong... It mainly follows firebreaks, with few roads. Moderate elevation gain.

This very easy circular mainly takes you around Montignac-Lascaux, a pretty village in the Vézère Valley. You will pass the famous Lascaux Cave and its facsimile, as well as the Neanderthal site at Régourdou.

This circular mainly takes you around Montignac, a pretty village in the Vézère valley in the heart of the Périgord Noir in the Dordogne, close to the famous Lascaux Cave, then past the Château de la Filolie (15th century) and its Renaissance manor house.

This circular mountain bike route mainly takes you around Montignac, a village in the Vézère Valley famous for its cave, then the village of Valojoulx with its pretty manor houses, mills and ponds.

This very difficult circular takes you to the village of Montignac-Lascaux, famous for its cave, and Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère, listed as one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France. In terms of difficulty, there is a series of alternating ascents and descents. It is fairly fast-paced and the end allows you to recover.

A walk around the “Thot Espace Cro-Magnon”. You’ll leave the village of Thonac and quickly climb 70 metres over a distance of 500 metres. The rest of the route is much less challenging.You’ll make your way through the countryside, passing two viewpoints and two hamlets. You’ll pass close to the “Thot Espace Cro-Magnon”.

A walk along the ponds and the Ruisseau le Thonac. You’ll enjoy a stroll that follows the ponds and a stream before climbing a hillside and following the ridge, which offers a lovely view.

Circular cycle route loop no. 8 starting from Montignac-Lascaux. A treat for the eyes and the legs! This circular takes you through charming villages, rolling countryside and hilltop castles. You will pass through Coly Saint-Amand, famous for its abbey, as well as the villages of La Chapelle-Aubareil and Valojoulx. Perfect for combining the pleasures of sport with wonder!

Circular cycle route loop no. 10 starting from Montignac-Lascaux. A circular loop that combines spectacular scenery and thrills! Expect some beautiful climbs, a few gravel sections and, above all, breathtaking views of the valley. Ideal for exploring the Montignac countryside, this outing is not to be missed!

Circular cycle route no. 9, starting from Montignac-Lascaux A demanding route, but a delight for cycling enthusiasts! With steep climbs, shaded passages and iconic villages, this route promises an unforgettable experience. You will pass close to remarkable sites, as well as the village of Fanlac, made famous by the story of Jacquou le Croquant. A great way to challenge yourself while enjoying the scenery!

A short walk around Montignac's two prehistoric sites: the famous Lascaux cave and the Régourdou site.This walk starts in the village and takes you to the top of the hill where the famous Lascaux cave is located. You can visit this site as well as the Régourdou site. The return to the village offers a splendid view of the valley.

Une longue promenade entre colline et vallon autour de la préhistoire. Cette promenade contourne la colline de la célèbre grotte de Lascaux. Vous passerez à quelques centaines de mètres du site ouvert au public ainsi qu’à proximité du site du Régourdou, autre site préhistorique. Elle se prolonge ensuite sur les hauteurs de Montignac qui surplombent la Vézère.

Circular cycle route loop no. 11 starting from Montignac-Lascaux. The perfect choice for a peaceful and accessible ride! This flat route runs alongside the Vézère river and immerses you in a bucolic atmosphere. You will pass through the charming village of Aubas and in front of the Château de Sauvebœuf, adding a touch of heritage to this getaway. Ideal for a family outing or a gentle warm-up.

Moving from sun to shade. The commune of Plazac, home to twenty-five nationalities, remains the land of the “croquants”, peasants from the South-West who rebelled in the 16th and 17th centuries. Nestled in the Périgord Noir, near the Barade Forest, it was also a centre of the Resistance. During your walks, you will come across or catch a glimpse of numerous paths and tracks known as “shortcuts” which, not so long ago, linked the farms together.

Over hill and dale.From the full sunshine of the plateaus, you’ll move into the cool shade of the paths through the woodland, which wind down towards the village. The village lies at the foot of a hillside and is bordered by the Vimont, a stream teeming with fish that feeds into the Vézère. As the path is quite hilly, do stop off on the higher ground to take in the view… Your gaze will then wander far into the distance, sweeping over the wooded hills with their many species of trees: chestnut, pine, oak, fir, walnut, juniper and many others.

Walk to the top of the hill where the famous Lascaux Cave is located, from the Lascaux IV car park.

This easy circular offers the chance to discover St-Léon-sur-Vézère, a village in the Dordogne nestled in a bend of the Vézère river. This village is listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France" and is well worth stopping off to stroll through its narrow streets and discover its magnificent12th-century Romanesque church and numerous craft shops.

A lovely walk around the village of Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère, listed as one of the “Most Beautiful Villages in France”, in the heart of the Vallée de l’Homme. A lovely walk to discover the landscapes of the Périgord Noir.

In the footsteps of the bargemen, this walk follows the old towpath largely along the banks of the Vézère. Throughout the walk, you’ll journey through time: from prehistory right up to the Industrial Revolution. The imposing cliff and the ancient troglodytic fort of La Roque Saint-Christophe are a perfect example of the succession of different civilisations over the centuries.A long route (14.5 km) and a short route (4.6 km) are available.

Halfway between Lascaux and Les Eyzies, Saint-Léon lies at the heart of the Vallée de l’Homme. Inhabited since prehistoric times, as evidenced by the remains of dwellings at the Conquil site, Saint-Léon owes its name to one of the first bishops of Périgueux. Situated near a Roman road, this village was, until the advent of the railway, primarily a thriving port on the Vézère, so much so that during the Revolution it was known as Port-Léon. From the cemetery chapel at the eastern entrance to the village, the road leads past Clérans Castle and the Manoir de la Salle to a 12th-century Romanesque church with a slate roof, a key venue for the Périgord Noir Music Festival.

A walk through ever-changing scenery. The Posadou circular route, accessible all year round, will delight you with its diverse landscape and varied terrain. You’ll be able to admire, in particular, old buildings and century-old mills with stone roofs, as well as the erosion caused by the sea on the cliffs, now covered by a splendid forest.

‘Nature’ route. Starting from the hamlet of ‘La Voulperie’ in Sergeac, this circular route links the municipalities ofValojoulx, through woodland with panoramic views of the surrounding area from the ridges.

Parcours à la rencontre du temps. À partir du village historique de Sergeac, cheminement dans les collines par un sentier bordé de vestiges de la vie d’autrefois et d’un site préhistorique ouvert au public, aboutissant sur la vue panoramique de la vallée.

A walk to discover the treasures of the Vézère Valley. This route will take you through a variety of landscapes that reflect the region’s character, culminating in a view of three castles arranged in a fan-shaped pattern. This walk can be completed in several stages.

On the northern slope of the Vézère, this route offers panoramic views of the Vézère valley and the Sarladais region. Several springs and wash houses line this route, which also boasts abundant and diverse flora.

A great day's walk, with options to visit the village of Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère (allow an extra hour). Several places to picnic.

This hike takes you up to a higher elevation with a beautiful view of the Vézère River, and also allows you to discover two sites: - La Roque Saint-Christophe, troglodyte dwellings in a limestone cliff one kilometre long and sixty metres high, - and the village of Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère, listed as one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France.

You’ll enjoy magnificent views of the Manoir de Costeperrier and the Valojoulx fish reserve, with the forest as a backdrop.

Hills and promontories rise above the Aubas plain and the Vézère valley. A long, easy walk that provides a good illustration of the terrain in the southern part of the commune of Les Farges. It takes you from west to east across the plateau of Cretaceous and then Jurassic limestone, a plateau deeply carved into ridges and promontories by dry valleys leading down to the Vézère.

From valleys to promontories overlooking the Cern plain. A walk over hill and dale across the deeply indented and weathered limestone plateaus of the northern part of the commune of Les Farges. Superb vantage points over the Cern and Vézère valleys and the foothills of the Limousin. No major difficulties, but there are some descents…

Circular cycle route no. 7 starting from Rouffignac A route that exudes nature and authenticity! Rouffignac and its surroundings offer the perfect setting for an outing where every turn of the pedals brings new discoveries. On your way, you will pass through the charming village of Plazac. A wonderful adventure awaits!

Petite promenade agréable pour une mise en jambes. Boucle permettant de découvrir une jolie vue du village de Rouffignac.

This suggested route allows you to explore La Bachellerie, starting from the highest point in the village to enjoy the views of the surrounding valleys.

Randonnée de plateau en plateau. Pour cette boucle sportive, le départ s’effectue sur la place du village de Fleurac. Cette randonnée peut être faite sur une journée avec un pique-nique.

A short walk, in peaceful, natural surroundings, along pleasant forest paths. A family walk.

From the valley to the forest, a circular route around the Madeleine site. A circular route that follows the meandering course of the Vézère to Tursac, leaving the valley to enter the dense woods towards the plateaus before returning to the river’s wide plain.

The Tursac ‘Small Heritage Trail’. This circular walk allows you to discover aspects of the heritage of the commune of Tursac. A local association, Evasion Culturelle à Tursac, has carried out research to turn this route into a ‘Small Heritage Trail’. Throughout the walk, the signposts bear the association’s logo. Here we will highlight some of the points of interest along this Small Heritage Trail.

This hilly route takes the beautiful Chemin de la Peyrière, which offers splendid views of the valley, the village of Tursac and the Château de Marzac. It then crosses the hills to reach the narrow Beune Valley.

Starting from Tursac, this circular route winds its way through woodland and open countryside, offering beautiful views of the Vézère gorge. The route also offers a panoramic view of the troglodyte village of La Madeleine, clinging to the cliff, before returning to the pleasant shade of the woods. Along the way, pretty chestnut trees punctuate the walk and enhance the peaceful charm of this typical Périgord Noir route.

A beautiful hike covering many kilometres but with little elevation gain. Pleasant paths between low walls and woods, especially after the hamlet of Beauzens. Interesting village, churches, castle, hamlet of Beauzens, stele.

Come and explore the Beune Valley along shaded paths, where you can admire the restoration of heritage features from a bygone era: shepherds’ huts, fountains and wash houses. You will also spot several mills which, unfortunately, are inaccessible as they are on private property.

A superb walk, mostly through woodland with very little road. Walk around Peyrignac and its hamlets, enjoying the peace and quiet of the forest.