Martel walks

A hike punctuated by natural and built heritage treasures, from the medieval town of Martel to the Romanesque church of Murel, the mill and the resurgence of the Œil de la Doue.

A botanical trail dotted with rock gardens and cliffs overlooking the Dordogne, with the superb hamlet of Gluges, built partly into the rock, halfway along the route.

A walk around Loupchat, a small, typical village in the Lot, near Martel. It has a beautiful church, a bread oven and more. This walk is suitable for children; it is not at all difficult, consisting of stone-paved paths, woodland and a few small roads. It ends with a very pretty little path through the woodland.

Circular route through the countryside between the village of Baladou and the hamlet of La Garrigue.

A very varied walk in the municipality of Floirac. Stream, "couasne" (backwater), mill, fountain, wayside cross and dry stone walls... It's a joy to discover all this heritage.

Montvalent is a pretty little village straddling the Causse plateau and the valley along the River Dordogne. The village is home to many hidden gems that you can discover throughout this walk.

A short walk in the vicinity of Montvalent, mostly through woodland until you reach the plateau, before returning to the village. The resurgence at the start of the route and the view from the heights of Montvalent before you arrive are the two main points of interest on this route. No significant difficulty or private roads.

Between cliffs and river, undergrowth and rocks, a beautiful walk awaits. The Floirac cirque, the banks of the Dordogne, the cliffs of Gluges and the village of Floirac.

A very pleasant route for the whole family, with no difficulty at all. The route is situated in the valley between Meyronne and the Dordogne. You can see the old kiln of a very old tile works, with its manor house at the edge of the hamlet of Laborie; then we arrive at Port de Creysse where, in summer, a boat can take you across the Dordogne. The return journey takes you through walnut groves in the valley.

A lovely walk along the Dordogne and the surrounding cliffs. The walk starts and finishes in the picturesque village of Saint-Sozy. The outward leg follows the cliff overlooking the Dordogne and offers magnificent views of Belcastel, Lacave, Le Bougayrou and Saint-Sozy. The return route from the pretty village of Blanzaguet offers access to numerous caves before reaching the banks of the Dordogne, where you can go for a swim. ⚠️ 12/05/2026: Not recommended in wet weather, as sections may be slippery! Sections on ledges may be dangerous with children! A dangerous hike rated between (5) and (7). Read the reviews.

From the Ouysse to the Causse de Lacave, a circular route that takes in scenic viewpoints and the cool banks of the Dordogne.

A beautiful hike from Belcastel to Bastit, returning via the village of Meyraguet. This walk can be done in sunny weather, as much of it is in the forest. You can admire the L'Ouysse valley below. After crossing the road at (2), head towards the magnificent village of Le Bastit on the banks of the Dordogne, overlooked by its castle. The return journey is along a path overlooking the Dordogne. No difficulty, just a slight incline.

A circular route along wide paths from Saillac to the Château de Cavagnac. Beautiful views, a wash house and lovely buildings enhance this walk.

A route designed for and with the children of the Thomas Pesquet School in Cressensac-Sarrazac, who came up with its name. Over a short distance, it combines exploring nature with a walk through the village of Cressensac. Marked in light blue, it is suitable for all ages. The main heritage sites, public spaces and shops are also visible.

Hike allowing you to discover the main heritage sites of Cressensac along small roads and paths.

This route takes you on a journey of discovery through the historical heritage of the village of Cressensac, focusing mainly on the legacy of the Resistance. 

A route taking in paths and minor roads, running alongside the grounds of the Château de Chausseneige and the truffle fields. It passes twice under the A20 motorway, which follows the valley of the former Rivière l’Orupt within the commune; this river went underground following an earthquake in the 15th century.

A walk around the village of Cressensac, an ancient village with a rich heritage. Two castles: Tersac, to the west, built in 860, which was a hive of activity under Henry IV and is now in ruins; Chausseneige, a private property to the east, built in the 12th century and rebuilt in the 12th century in the Renaissance style. A presbytery in the heart of the village. In 1789, the parish became a commune, having previously been part of the Viscounty of Turenne in the 9th century.

A peaceful walk through the vineyards of Branceilles, dotted with remarkable houses.