Gindou walks

Starting from the village of Gindou, this walk will take you along forest tracks and narrow paths to the valley where the Ourajou river flows.

You are now on the signposted interpretive route of the Masse Valley Sensitive Natural Area. During your walk, you will discover remarkable built and natural heritage sites.

Walk in the forest and along sunken paths typical of this region of north-western Lot, starting from the village of Les Arques. Very green landscape in summer, pretty undergrowth in a very wild environment (passing close to only three residences). Most of the walk is off paved roads, on local lanes. Some very pretty views. This walk is marked on the IGN map and is signposted in yellow on the ground.

From Lavercantière to Rampoux via Saint-Martin le Désarnat, this rural hike will introduce you to some remarkable heritage sites.

A walk starting from Marminiac in the footsteps of the artist Roger Bissière and his son, Louttre B.

Set off to explore the countryside and the Bourian region on the Pech Curet discovery trail. Bread ovens, gariottes, cazelles and dolmens await you.

Between the valley and limestone hillsides, this walk will take you along wild paths. Discover the traditional houses, dovecotes and bread ovens of the hamlets of Lantis and Mas Teulat.

Starting from the pretty medieval village of Goujounac, throughout this hike in the Bourian region you will discover the small local heritage: gariottes/cazelles, springs, wells, wash houses and fountains. A hilly area wooded with pine, chestnut and oak trees. You will discover the two hamlets of Touron and Fargou, which bear witness to a rich rural history. The working farm at Touron sells local duck products. To round off your hike, you can quench your thirst at the bar of the hostelry on the village square.

Half road, half path. Superb views. Crossing Aurimont, a typical village with stone houses and slate roofs.

We invite you to discover, via a pleasant walk, various sites covering a range of themes: geology, prehistory, architecture, flora and fauna. So, at your own pace, from one discovery to the next, you’ll travel back a little way up the timeline.

À la découverte des villages de Frayssinet-le-Gélat, Pomarède et Goujounac.

A walk in the Dordogne passing through four charming little villages. YellowPR® markings along almost the entire route. Option to shorten the route at point (6).

The walk starts and ends in Puy-l'Évêque, but it passes through many wooded areas and also allows you to discover some natural sites and ancient buildings. A visit to the small church of Martignac, with its magnificent frescoes, is a highlight of the walk. The walk ends with a visit to the old town of Puy-l'Évêque, with views of the Lot. Ideal for a relaxing and gourmet break.

Hike through varied countryside landscapes between the heights of Cénac and the Céou valley. The route avoids tarmac roads as much as possible, mostly following paths through the woods and combining PR® trails marked in yellow. Beautiful views of Domme and the Céou Valley.

The route leads from Luzech to the Payrols valley via the Crespiat plateau and its caussenardes. The Payrols valley is home to a few geological curiosities that are well worth a detour! The outward and return journeys are along pretty paths offering beautiful panoramic views or, conversely, privacy and tranquillity.

A road walk through the Luzech meander. Vineyards, a stone hut and the Notre-Dame de l'Île Chapel are all part of this easy walk.

Hike through the heart of the vineyards to the foot of the Oppidum de l'Impernal de Luzech. A shaded route where you will find peace and quiet.

A very beautiful route in the Lot valley near the village of Albas.

Circuit between the Lot valley, combes and viewpoint over the village of Albas.

A stroll around Domme, through the countryside dotted with hamlets, woods, and walnut trees. At the end of the walk, an itinerary to visit this beautiful village is suggested.

A pretty 12 km trail, almost entirely in the woods, which is pleasant in summer. There aren't many viewpoints, but this circuit allows you to discover the pretty village of Grézels and, once you reach Le Tuc, you can see the Lot river below.

This circuit will introduce you to two of the prettiest villages in the Lot Valley and vineyards. These villages are also steeped in history and preserve visible reminders of their past.

A route taking us up to the heights of Le Vigan en Quercy (Lot-46) Leaving the village and its narrow streets, we gradually climb along small roads and paths to the hamlet of Gamoutou. Winding our way from valley to ridge, passing numerous streams and their mills, we discover beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.

Walk around Saint-Pierre-Lafeuille to discover the built heritage, springs, wells, gariottes (stone huts), etc.

Between Saint-Pierre-Lafeuille and Maxou, discover the heritage of our villages. Built springs, fountains, stone paths... Not forgetting the local flora, Causse mimosa (dogwood), elm... Path disappears at the end of the route; see reviews for an alternative

Walk along the waterways to explore Roussillon Castle. Roussillon Castle was built between the 13th and 15th centuries, likely on the ruins of an 8th-century stronghold belonging to the Duke of Aquitaine.

After taking a quiet road and a forest path, you will admire the church, the castle and then the narrow streets of the old port. Following the Dordogne to the old railway bridge, the greenway takes you back to the starting point.

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

A wash house, castle, churches, wayside crosses and views will punctuate your walk.

Come and discover this beautiful town with its 19th-century houses along the Dordogne. Then set off among the holm oaks, walking alongside old stone walls, dry stone huts and a wash house, with numerous views of the Dordogne as your guide. At the end of the walk, plan a short trip on a gabarre to admire this town from a different angle.

Circular route between two pretty medieval villages in the Dordogne: Vitrac and Domme.

As you follow this well-marked circular, taken from the region's guidebooks, you will discover the village of Vitrac, perched on its plateau and dominated by the church and castle. After passing through the forest, you will discover the Château de Marobert.

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.

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

This short circular loop around La Roque-Gageac offers a return trip with views from the top of the La Roque cliffs and a crossing of the village from east to west.

A short, quick walk starting from La Roque-Gageac through the woodland and away from the crowds during busy periods. It offers some beautiful views of the circular river bend whilst enjoying plenty of shaded sections. The final section takes place in the upper part of the village, right at the foot of the cliff, where you can add to the experience by exploring a unique botanical garden situated around the church and the town hall.

A short, easy hike between La Roque-Gageac and Castelnaud with beautiful views of the village and the castles of Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, Beynac and the Dordogne valley. Crossing the stream to reach the viewpoint is optional.

Walk around the village of Flottes to discover its fountain, one of its gariottes, and its crops: vines, truffle trees, etc.

Cahors... I knew it by name, I often passed by not far from it, but I never stopped there. What a mistake! Cahors is a pretty little medieval town and a city on a human scale where you can do everything on foot. With its famous and sumptuous Pont Valentré bridge and its famous Saint-Étienne cathedral, this town has an incredible ancient and medieval heritage. Old Cahors is also a very attractive place with its secret gardens, half-timbered houses, market halls and market. I visited and discovered Cahors on my second day of rest after 21 days of walking on my way to Santiago de Compostela.

The thirty-first stage of the Way of St James. An easy stage with a slight incline from Cahors and a lovely climb at the start. You will cross the magnificent Pont Valentré to arrive, 23 km further on, at Labastide-Marnhac, a charming little town in the Lot department where white stone houses with flower-bedecked façades line both sides of the main street. The route continues gently to Lascabanes, a picturesque little village with its row of houses typical of the small farmers of yesteryear.