Gignac (Lot) walks

An original route featuring a church listed as a Historic Monument, an18th-century stone cross, a16th-century manor house, a windmill, two fountains, the Pierre des Trois Evêques and a metal tree.

Hike allowing you to discover the main heritage sites of Cressensac along small roads and paths.

A route designed for and with the children of the Thomas Pesquet School in Cressensac-Sarrazac, who came up with its name. Over a short distance, it combines exploring nature with a walk through the village of Cressensac. Marked in light blue, it is suitable for all ages. The main heritage sites, public spaces and shops are also visible.

A short, easy walk offering a chance to see typical Quercy architecture.

A short circular walk which, with hardly any paved roads to cross, allows you to discover the two dolmens at La Chassagne and La Palein (along with the associated information boards), to look out over the Cirque de Ladou whilst enjoying the unobstructed view stretching as far as the Puy d’Yssandon and beyond, and to get up close to the ruins of Couzage Castle.

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.

A short walk around the village of Turenne, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, with interesting views of the citadel.

A beautiful walk from Jugeals Nazareth to Turenne via Gernes. Magnificent views of Turenne Castle and the cliffs above the Tourmente.

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.

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.

Route on the heights of Souillac, towards the Marjaudes and Présignac viaducts. A very pleasant hike in spring and early summer, with its diverse and varied flora, panoramic views, birdsong, shaded and varied passages and peaceful walks.

Circular route through the countryside between the village of Baladou and the hamlet of La Garrigue.

A short walk for beautiful views of Turenne from the Tourmente valley, before visiting this pretty village.

A hike punctuated by natural and built heritage treasures, from the medieval town of Martel to the Romanesque church of Murel, the mill and the resurgence of the Œil de la Doue.

A botanical trail dotted with rock gardens and cliffs overlooking the Dordogne, with the superb hamlet of Gluges, built partly into the rock, halfway along the route.

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.

A circular loop to the east of the village of Carlux, mostly shaded, with magnificent views, small valleys of remarkable tranquillity, and beautiful Périgord houses. Not to be missed if you have two hours to spare.

A lovely walk along the Dordogne and the surrounding cliffs. The walk starts and finishes in the picturesque village of Saint-Sozy. The outward leg follows the cliff overlooking the Dordogne and offers magnificent views of Belcastel, Lacave, Le Bougayrou and Saint-Sozy. The return route from the pretty village of Blanzaguet offers access to numerous caves before reaching the banks of the Dordogne, where you can go for a swim. ⚠️ 12/05/2026: Not recommended in wet weather, as sections may be slippery! Sections on ledges may be dangerous with children! A dangerous hike rated between (5) and (7). Read the reviews.

A very pleasant route for the whole family, with no difficulty at all. The route is situated in the valley between Meyronne and the Dordogne. You can see the old kiln of a very old tile works, with its manor house at the edge of the hamlet of Laborie; then we arrive at Port de Creysse where, in summer, a boat can take you across the Dordogne. The return journey takes you through walnut groves in the valley.

Montvalent is a pretty little village straddling the Causse plateau and the valley along the River Dordogne. The village is home to many hidden gems that you can discover throughout this walk.

A short walk in the vicinity of Montvalent, mostly through woodland until you reach the plateau, before returning to the village. The resurgence at the start of the route and the view from the heights of Montvalent before you arrive are the two main points of interest on this route. No significant difficulty or private roads.