FAUX (Dordogne) walks

A lovely walk with one or two fairly strenuous climbs... and a wide variety of scenery, taking in small roads, woods and meadows, plus a stream crossing that can be a bit tricky if there has been heavy rain recently.

This short hike, starting from the village of Saint Aubin-de-Lanquais, takes you through vineyards, countryside and woods, allowing you to discover the landscapes of the southern Dordogne. This route takes few roads and is suitable for our four-legged friends. Bring boots for crossing a ford in winter.

This route is not particularly "wild", but the natural surroundings here still allow you to find yourself. As a bonus, the superb Château de Bannes will amaze you.

This route has been created by Dordogne Périgord Trail for runners and mountain bikers. Four routes are available starting from Bayac. Route No. 2 offers a lovely hike but requires a good level of fitness.

This route has been created by Dordogne Périgord Trail for runners and mountain bikers. Four routes are available starting from Bayac. Route No. 1 is a gentle warm-up for beginners, taking in the majestic Château de Bannes.

An easy route for pedestrians, mountain bikes and Swincars. Mainly paths and a few quiet roads. Interesting viewpoints in a natural, unspoilt environment. May be muddy in wet weather.

This route is easy with little elevation gain. It consists mainly of paths, often in wooded areas, with one section on a small, quiet road. In wet weather, it is advisable to wear good shoes. Note: the soil in Issigeac is very clayey and therefore sticks well when conditions are right!

Circular walk through vineyards and woods. A lovely walk suitable for everyone.

A circular route for pedestrians, mountain bikes and Swincars, mainly following marked and maintained paths and a small, quiet road. Much of the route is through wooded areas, which are very pleasant in summer.

This circular starts from the car park in the village of Monmarvès in southern Dordogne. Right from the start, you will discover magnificent landscapes. You will pass through vineyards and discover the hamlet of Pecdorat with its old renovated houses. You will cross a wood and then descend towards the Retenue de la Nette reservoir. You will walk along the lake and then climb back up to the car park, passing by the ruins of an old mill.

This walk complements the existing local routes. It takes place mainly in the forest. The start of the route is a path with botanical information boards. It can be combined with other walks.

Circular starting from Roquépine-Sainte-Radegonde via Saint-Léon d'Issigeac. Lots of countryside, a little forest. A ford to cross in winter. Birdsong. Perhaps a deer. Landscapes everywhere. A few small roads, with almost no cars. And then the ruins of the Moulin de Pincanelle after the Bois de Bayard.

A circular starting from Sainte-Radegonde in Roquepine via Saint-Léon-d'Issigeac. Lots of countryside, a few forests. A ford to cross in winter. Birdsong, a deer, landscapes everywhere. A few small roads, with almost no cars. And then the ruins of the Moulin de Pincanelle after the Bois de Bayard.

Hike through the vineyards and village of Monbazillac with a visit to the château.

This circular route takes you past two castles and the quiet hamlets of this heavily wooded commune. It features a slight elevation gain. It can be combined with other routes in this beautifully renovated commune.

This hike takes you through the hills to the bastide town of Molières, which is well worth a visit for its charm. You will walk through the hamlets along shaded paths and return via the other side overlooking Badefols. Quiet roads and paths follow one another with beautiful panoramic views of the valleys.

The village of Saint-Avit-Sénieur is built around an old abbey surrounded by rich land and beautiful chestnut groves. There are many hiking trails around the village. This walk is inspired by one of them, but is a little shorter. This means it can easily be done in half a day. The first part follows theGR® trail and takes you through undergrowth and meadows, while the second part mainly follows paved local roads.

Starting from Saint-Marcel-du-Périgord, an easy walk between the Barbeyrol valley and the Louyre valley. Beautiful paths and very few roads.

This walk starts in a village located on a hill. It takes you along a ridge towards Trémolat, where you can discover the Dordogne river, before reaching the agricultural plain that borders the river. The village's charm and its church overlooking the valley are well worth a visit.

The hike allows you to discover two ancient villages now united under the name of Saint-Georges-de-Montclard. The village of Montclard is dominated by the 11th-century castle, of which the remains of the tower can still be seen. The village of Saint-Georges is home to an 11th-century church and Sainte Rita. The walk takes you through the forest in a hilly area with a few steep slopes requiring a minimum level of fitness.

This walk starts in the centre of the village of Sainte-Foy-de-Longas, taking us to Longas Castle and on to the “Les Fargues” plateau, which offers magnificent views. It requires walking along the D32 for 400 metres both on the way there and back. The rest of the route is pure bliss.

A very easy walk around Lake Tourliac, along the Brayssou, a small tributary of the Dropt. Plenty of birds (mallards, teals, wigeons, etc.). It largely follows the contour line along a footpath. As this is a reservoir, the walk is more pleasant in spring, when the lake is full.

The route follows part of the two municipal walks around Pezuls. It is well shaded and allows you to discover the Château de Puy de Rèze, the Dreyrie lodge and the Church of Sainte-Anne. A lovely walk.

A circular loop starting from Saint-Macaire Church in the commune of Lauzun. Very pretty scenery from the church. The walk takes you along paths through fields, through a hamlet, past pastures and an orchard, and through undergrowth where you will pass close to a pidgeon hunting hut.