The Dordogne lake at the Mont site

A very short round trip walk offering a beautiful view of the Dordogne upstream from the Bort-les Orgues dam and Château de Val.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 0.66 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 0h 15 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 16 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 16 m

  • ▲
    Highest point: 648 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 632 m

Description of the walk

From the D979, north-west of Bort-les-Orgues, follow the signs for Site du Mont. The picnic area listed by the IGN at the end of the access road to the site no longer exists. Park at the end of the road.

(S/E) You will immediately notice a beautiful oak tree which, according to the IGN, is a Sully tree. There is no further information on site. Take the path on the left (Site sign).

(1) Viewpoint over the lake and Val Castle. Return to the access road by retracing your steps (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 648 m - End of the access road
  2. 1 : km 0.33 - alt. 632 m - Viewpoint - Dordogne (fleuve)
  3. S/E : km 0.66 - alt. 648 m - End of the access road

Notes

Given the distance and elevation gain, this hike can only be described as easy. However, the trail is a little rough in places and not that easy, so I recommend wearing suitable footwear.

Worth a visit

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Photo album here

Generally, the trees known as Sully trees are lime trees. Here, it is a very beautiful oak tree. Viewpoint over the lake and the Château du Val.
A small white dog happily accompanies walkers.

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