La Chapelle-Aubareil walks

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

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

This walk will allow you to discover a peaceful and charming village, a little away from the major tourist sites. The village of Marcillac will enchant you with its old houses with blonde stone walls and slate roofs clustered around its small church.

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.

Beautiful panoramic views around the River Beune. A pleasant walk through countryside and woodland, offering a chance to discover the fully restored rural heritage.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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 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.

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!

Put yourself in the shoes of the Lord of Lasserre and visit his lands between the dairy farm of Pech Mortier and the ruins of the mill on the banks of the Beune, passing by the castle. The return trip is via Marcillac, between fields and forests.

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.

Belle promenade au milieu des murets et des cabanes en pierres. Vue bien dégagée sur la vallée de la Chironde.

The slopes of the Chironde valley. A long-distance hike offering the chance to enjoy the varied landscapes of Saint-Amand-de-Coly. Remarkable views dot the route. Sections that are often well shaded provide coolness and comfort.

Over hill and dale along the remains of the steam railway. A picturesque circular route featuring dry-stone huts, boxwood forests, heathland, a spring and the beautiful Château de la Filolie. On the way back, a sweeping view of the Abbey of Saint-Amand de Coly.

Set in the gentle countryside around Saint-Amand-de-Coly, this route will take you through small cultivated or wooded valleys, and you’ll pass through a walnut grove. You’ll enjoy some lovely views as you climb up onto the plateaus. A varied and very pleasant walk.

From stone to stone, a lovely walk amidst low stone walls and stone huts. A clear view over the Chironde valley. This is a leisurely stroll that immerses us in the recent past and bears witness to the craftsmanship of our ancestors. A delightful route through the heart of the Périgord’s small-scale built heritage.

Walk around the Abbey of Saint-Amand de Coly. Throughout this route, you’ll enjoy beautiful views of the abbey and its ramparts. Dry-stone huts dot the route. They were once used to store tools and to keep the hens in at night. You will notice the abundance and observe the diversity of the vegetation growing in the low walls. Of botanical interest.

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.

During this hike, you will discover a hilly, wooded area dotted with hamlets that bear witness to a rich farming history. The forest, composed of oak, hornbeam and chestnut trees, offers a rich palette of colours. Here and there, small islands of meadow add to this mosaic.

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.

This circular offers a rural walk through green countryside between meadows and walnut groves. You will pass Moulin de la Borie, Château de la Roussie, along the Enéa river and a myriad of lakes. The stone houses with their slate roofs are full of charm.

The Gissonnie circular walk near the Ferme de la Brauge campsite. A family-friendly walk, also suitable for mountain biking.

A very pretty circular route starting from the village of Coly, which will take you close to the Manoir de Hautegente and the Château de Coly.

This route will take you past Coly Castle, a wash house and a well. You’ll pass close to one of the most beautiful villages in France: a short detour to Saint-Amand-de-Coly is a must.

A lovely mountain bike ride that passes by the foot of Commarque Castle.Most of the route follows forest tracks, with lovely single tracks, and very few roads.The ride does not present any major technical difficulties, but there are a few steep climbs.Allow 1½ to 2 hours depending on your ability.The ride follows several routes with different markings, so it is advisable to follow the GPS track.Message from the moderators: During Château de Commarque’s opening hours, a €2 per person fee is charged to cross the property (to contribute to site maintenance).Mountain bikers may pass through free of charge outside these opening hours. See practical information.

A family walk to explore the little village of Sireuil, perched on the hills above the Beunes valley, and the hamlets and narrow streets of this village, which has retained its charm.

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.