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Javerlhac-et-la-Chapelle-Saint-Robert walks
The Virade circular route via La Chapelle Saint-Robert and Les Chenauds
Visorando Member
8.46 mi
+709 ft
-702 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Javerlhac-et-la-Chapelle-Saint-Robert (Dordogne)
A lovely walk, suitable for a half-day, through wooded countryside with large areas of farmland. Discover hamlets and farms along the way. The route follows paths, small farm tracks and quiet country lanes.
The route is marked in yellow, with plenty of signposts, but it is a circular route that intersects with or follows other suggested routes. The GPX track is essential; the route description may be helpful, and a base map could be useful for identifying hamlets and farms in the distance.
Circular route from Javerlhac to La Chapelle-Saint-Robert
8.95 mi
+407 ft
-420 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Javerlhac-et-la-Chapelle-Saint-Robert (Dordogne)
A walk through the Périgord Vert, taking in farmland, footpaths, country lanes and typical villages.The route takes you through cultivated and wooded valleys.Please note: this walk is completely unmarked.Signposts for walkers and horse riders may provide some guidance.
From Saint-Estèphe to Piégut
Association / Club / Walk leader
8.47 mi
+548 ft
-548 ft
4h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Estèphe (Dordogne)
This hike will give you an insight into the life of the monks of the Order of Grandmont, who were only allowed to eat fish from the large pond at Saint-Estèphe. You will pass their priory, then the Menhir de Fixard and the Tour de Piégut with its history. You can also take an old Roman road and explore the discoveries of centuries past in the small villages you pass through.
The Banaret Circular Trail
6.87 mi
+554 ft
-571 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bussière-Badil (Dordogne)
Welcome to the charming village of Bussière-Badil. This easy and enjoyable circular walk will allow you to explore the region’s rolling countryside. The route mainly follows shaded dirt tracks, with a few sections on small tarmac roads. You’ll be able to enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding hills and pass through unspoilt woodland. Get ready for a lovely day out in the countryside!
The foothills of the Limousin, starting from Montbron
10.44 mi
+771 ft
-771 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Montbron (Charente)
Montbron is a border village: to the west lies the Angoumois region with its limestone subsoil, and as soon as you cross the bridge over the Tardoire at the eastern exit of Montbron, you’re in the Limousin region with its rolling countryside, granite subsoil and Limousin cattle. This route takes you through some truly beautiful countryside.
The Raboliots circuit in Saint-Germain-de-Montbron
7.35 mi
+177 ft
-197 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Germain-de-Montbron (Charente)
This circuit will take you through the Charente countryside, following in the footsteps of the "raboliots" (wild rabbits) that were once hunted by poachers. You will alternate between passages in the undergrowth and paths running alongside cultivated plots and meadows.
Loop between Tardoire and the forests, starting from Vouthon
7.93 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Vouthon (Charente)
Vouthon is home to a 12th-century Templar church. The Tardoire river flows near this church and you will cross it several times. In places, you will walk along the platform of an old railway line. This walk will bring you closer to history and nature.
The Renaudie Circular
6.08 mi
+476 ft
-449 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Front-la-Rivière (Dordogne)
A lovely walk through the hills bordering the Dronne Valley, discovering charming hamlets and the ruins of La Renaudie Castle.
Vilhonneur Roman Ford Loop
2.39 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Vilhonneur (Charente)
A short, relaxing walk around the River Tardoire, dotted with ancient monuments including a Roman ford to cross at the start. Don't miss the castle ruins either.
Quiz walk through the village of Saint-Sornin
Tourism professional
2.53 mi
+246 ft
-246 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Saint-Sornin (Charente) (Charente)
This route can be combined with a quiz walk, which allows you to discover the town’s iconic sites and learn about its history and heritage in a fun way. Look for the ‘Au fil de nos histoires’ poster in the sports hall car park (starting and finishing point) and scan the QR code to start the game (free, no registration required, and no app to download). You can split your smartphone screen in two to display both the Visorando route and the quiz.
Quiz walk: “Through our stories in Saint-Sornin”
9.56 mi
+574 ft
-564 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sornin (Charente) (Charente)
This route can be combined with a quiz walk, offering a fun way to discover the town’s iconic sites and learn about its history and heritage. Look for the ‘Au fil de nos histoires’ poster in the sports hall car park and scan the QR code to start the game (free, no registration required, and no app to download).
L’Échappée Belle – Route Violet – P4
8.62 mi
+420 ft
-404 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from La Rochebeaucourt-et-Argentine (Dordogne)
The final section of the Violet route, offering five routes ranging from P0 to P4.
After a shared section taking in panoramic plateaus and woodland, the routes diverge along a long walk beside the Nizonne, leading to a finale through hamlets or past small castles and even historic ruins.
The final stretch of the P4 route offers the chance to learn about the legend involving the daughter of Baron Galard de Béarn and the son of Baron de Feuillade, before exploring some magnificent ‘cluzeaux’ (cave shelters).
The Great Escape - Purple Route - P0 -
6.69 mi
+328 ft
-328 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from La Rochebeaucourt-et-Argentine (Dordogne)
For those who want to "make a break for it", here is thefirst variation of five hikes (P0 to P4) that play hide-and-seek with the boundaries of the municipalities of La Rochebeaucourt-Argentine, Champagne-Fontaine and Blanzaguet.
L’Échappée Belle – Route Violet – P2
9.59 mi
+456 ft
-479 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from La Rochebeaucourt-et-Argentine (Dordogne)
The Purple route comes in five versions (from P0 to P4), for those who want to ‘give it a go’.This is a long, rural walk that follows the boundaries of the municipalities of La Rochebeaucourt and Champagne-Fontaine, then runs alongside the boundary marked by the Nizonne, between the Dordogne and Charente.
Under the watchful eye of the lords of the manor - Blue Route -
3.85 mi
+328 ft
-328 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from La Rochebeaucourt-et-Argentine (Dordogne)
After a beautiful walk through the countryside and its hamlets, the castles of Fieux and Argentine will bring the history and legends of the ancient commune of Argentine to life.
L’Échappée Belle – Route Violet – P3
10.09 mi
+554 ft
-581 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from La Rochebeaucourt-et-Argentine (Dordogne)
The Violet route offers five different routes (P0 to P4). P3 is the longest route.
You’ll walk along the boundary between the communes of La Rochebeaucourt and Champagne Fontaine, with lovely open stretches offering a magnificent 180° view from Villebois Lavalette to Vendoire. Sections through woodland and along the River Nizonne will provide a refreshing change of pace that’s sometimes very welcome. Rural hamlets and castles dotting the landscape will round off this ‘Échappée Belle’.
Let’s go for a walk in the woods of Moulin-sur-Tardoire
3.95 mi
+59 ft
-59 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Rancogne (Charente)
This walk takes place mainly in the undergrowth and allows you to get up close and personal with nature. A small section of this walk follows the GR®4. If you enjoy a leisurely stroll, this route is perfect for you.
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