La Tourmente from Juillac

This route crosses the Montcheyrol forest, classified as a ZNIEFF (Natural Area of Ecological, Faunistic and Floristic Interest).
This is a beautiful walk in a wooded area dominated by deciduous trees, including oak, beech, chestnut, ash, black locust and cherry, through the heart of which flows the Tourmente river, which has carved out its territory by shaping the rock.
This walk can be extended with a stroll through the streets of Juillac, among its characterful houses with slate roofs.

Details

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 8.99 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 3h 10 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 220 m
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    Descent: - 230 m

  • ▲
    Highest point: 369 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 220 m
  • ⚐ Country: France
  • ⚐ District: Juillac (19350)
  • ⚑
    Start/End: N 45.319915° / E 1.32554°
  • ❏
    IGN map(s): Ref. 2034E
  • Hour-by-hour weather

Description of the walk

Park on Allée des Platanes in Juillac.

(S/E) Continue north on Allée des Platanes. When you reach the Y-junction at the corner of the cemetery, turn left and walk along the west wall of the cemetery. Cross the road and continue straight ahead, passing the old water tower. You will reach a crossroads at the fire station.

(1) Turn right, go straight ahead at the crossroads and join the D901. Cross carefully, follow the road to the left and then turn right towards La Vialle. Between the two ponds, take the path on the right. Continue to the right at the fork and then keep left to reach the hamlet of Montcheyrol.

(2) In the middle of the hamlet, take the path on the right and follow it to a small road at Moulin de la Roche. Follow it for a few metres to the left. Continue to the bridge over the Tourmente.

(3) Cross the bridge and follow the path to the entrance to the hamlet of La Roche. Turn left, then in the hamlet, turn right and follow the road for about 100 metres until you reach a crossroads.

(4) Turn left and begin a slight climb into the woods. Continue south until you reach a Y-junction and turn left to find another junction further on.

(5) Leave the path and turn left onto a path that is not shown on the map. After a hairpin bend, you will reach the Tourmente. Stay on the right bank (see Practical Information 1) and follow the river, crossing the following footbridges. Reach the left bank and look for another footbridge (see Practical Information 2).

(6) Leave the river and take the path on the left towards La Vialle. Halfway up the hill at the crossroads, turn left. At the entrance to the hamlet, go straight ahead and then immediately right. Continue to the crossroads.

(7) At the exit of the hamlet, go straight ahead, then take the path downhill to the left which takes you back to the bottom of the village of Juillac. During rainy periods, this part of the route can be difficult. We therefore suggest an alternative route via the path downhill to the right, which takes you to the Trigant road and then to point 8 (follow the yellow markings).

(8) Turn left onto Rue du Font des Roches, which leads to the centre of the village. Follow Grande Rue to the left, then turn right onto Rue de la République. Turn left to walk along the green space and reach a large crossroads. Cross at the pedestrian crossing and turn left onto Allée des Platanes to reach the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 315 m - Allée des Platanes
  2. 1 : km 0.86 - alt. 334 m - Fire station
  3. 2 : km 2.47 - alt. 364 m - Montcheyrol
  4. 3 : km 3.44 - alt. 312 m - Old mill and waterfalls
  5. 4 : km 4.1 - alt. 354 m - La Roche - Crossroads
  6. 5 : km 5.33 - alt. 291 m - Fork to the left
  7. 6 : km 6.38 - alt. 221 m - Footbridge
  8. 7 : km 7.43 - alt. 332 m - La Vialle
  9. 8 : km 8.45 - alt. 290 m - Rue du Font des Roches
  10. S/E : km 8.99 - alt. 314 m - Allée des Platanes

Notes

1: Do not take the footbridge and the path opposite, which would take you back to the hamlet of Montcheyrol.

2: Do not take this footbridge and the path on the right bank, which would take you back to the hamlet of La Roche.

Worth a visit

(3) Moulin de la Roche: old mill and waterfalls.

Between (4) and (5), enjoy the view of the valley and the villages.

(S/E) History of Juillac

Reviews and comments

4.8 / 5
Based on 12 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.7 / 5
Route interest
4.9 / 5
juillac.randos
juillac.randos

Thank you for your comment.
There is also little water in the stream at the moment, but the valley floor remains cool nonetheless.

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User 18686376

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 27, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A very beautiful hike through a beautiful forest. Unfortunately, due to the drought, we saw dead trees and lots of dead leaves, even though it was August. This hike is best done when the weather is warm, as we are by the water and in the forest.

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juillac.randos
juillac.randos
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Thank you for your feedback, it is always rewarding for our team of volunteers.
Enjoy hiking on our other trails!

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titus19
titus19

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 03, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

nice hike. Very accessible, thank you Juillac Rando for keeping it in such good condition

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juillac.randos
juillac.randos

Thank you for your comment.
We are surprised by your comment regarding the signage at the stream. There should be a sign at the start of the stream and one at the exit; between these two signs, it is impossible to leave the valley. Could one of these signs have disappeared?

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aigleblanc
aigleblanc

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 30, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

The trail is accessible all year round, but more difficult in inclement weather. Markings are insufficient in places (particularly near the stream).

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juillac.randos
juillac.randos

It is important for us to receive this feedback.
Thanks again.

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Claude-Meignen
Claude-Meignen

Hello, I notice that "Juillac rando" responds to all comments from hikers: that's very nice and shows us that our comments are read and appreciated!
Thank you

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juillac.randos
juillac.randos

Thank you for your kind comments, which are the best reward for our association's volunteers.
Enjoy your future walks!

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corinne sarrail
corinne sarrail

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Oct 21, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A very beautiful hike with varied landscapes.
The section along the Tourmente river is really very pleasant.
We did it in October: lots of mushrooms and chestnuts.
But the ground was often waterlogged, so you need good footwear and perhaps even walking sticks for less experienced walkers.
It is very well marked with yellow signs, so there is little need to use the description.
But it's thanks to the person who compiled it on Visorando and the comments from walkers that I did it: a big thank you to them.

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juillac.randos
juillac.randos

Thank you for your comment.
Indeed, descending into the gorges and, above all, getting out of them is something that has to be earned

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JF Gourseyrol
JF Gourseyrol

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 16, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely route typical of our beautiful Limousin countryside; the last hill is steep!

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juillac.randos
juillac.randos

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the hike.
We will pass on your thanks to the entire team of volunteers.

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M31N19
M31N19

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 19, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Superb hike!!! Its undergrowth is particularly pleasant in the middle of summer
The section along the river is a bit challenging, but the ropes are a great help.
At point 7, we followed the marked trail and, despite the temperature, the ground was still soft, even muddy; the alternative route is definitely worth taking in winter/spring.
A big thank you to the volunteers and municipal employees who maintain this route! We have rarely hiked on such clean paths!

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juillac.randos
juillac.randos

We always welcome feedback from hikers. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your hike, and your positive comments are very rewarding for all the volunteers who maintain our trails. Thank you!

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