Montaut (Dordogne) walks

An easy route for pedestrians, mountain bikes and Swincars. Mainly paths and a few quiet roads. Interesting viewpoints in a natural, unspoilt environment. May be muddy in wet weather.

This route is easy with little elevation gain. It consists mainly of paths, often in wooded areas, with one section on a small, quiet road. In wet weather, it is advisable to wear good shoes. Note: the soil in Issigeac is very clayey and therefore sticks well when conditions are right!

A circular route for pedestrians, mountain bikes and Swincars, mainly following marked and maintained paths and a small, quiet road. Much of the route is through wooded areas, which are very pleasant in summer.

This circular starts from the car park in the village of Monmarvès in southern Dordogne. Right from the start, you will discover magnificent landscapes. You will pass through vineyards and discover the hamlet of Pecdorat with its old renovated houses. You will cross a wood and then descend towards the Retenue de la Nette reservoir. You will walk along the lake and then climb back up to the car park, passing by the ruins of an old mill.

This short hike, starting from the village of Saint Aubin-de-Lanquais, takes you through vineyards, countryside and woods, allowing you to discover the landscapes of the southern Dordogne. This route takes few roads and is suitable for our four-legged friends. Bring boots for crossing a ford in winter.

Circular starting from Roquépine-Sainte-Radegonde via Saint-Léon d'Issigeac. Lots of countryside, a little forest. A ford to cross in winter. Birdsong. Perhaps a deer. Landscapes everywhere. A few small roads, with almost no cars. And then the ruins of the Moulin de Pincanelle after the Bois de Bayard.

A circular starting from Sainte-Radegonde in Roquepine via Saint-Léon-d'Issigeac. Lots of countryside, a few forests. A ford to cross in winter. Birdsong, a deer, landscapes everywhere. A few small roads, with almost no cars. And then the ruins of the Moulin de Pincanelle after the Bois de Bayard.

This route is not particularly "wild", but the natural surroundings here still allow you to find yourself. As a bonus, the superb Château de Bannes will amaze you.

This route has been created by Dordogne Périgord Trail for runners and mountain bikers. Four routes are available starting from Bayac. Route No. 1 is a gentle warm-up for beginners, taking in the majestic Château de Bannes.

Hike through the vineyards and village of Monbazillac with a visit to the château.

This walk complements the existing local routes. It takes place mainly in the forest. The start of the route is a path with botanical information boards. It can be combined with other walks.

A very pleasant circular walk through vineyards, woodland and plains. The walk starts at Rouffignac cemetery but can also start at the magnificent Château de Bridoire (15th and 16th centuries - visits, games for children, etc.). Crossing the Gardonnette ford is a little tricky.

A very easy walk around Lake Tourliac, along the Brayssou, a small tributary of the Dropt. Plenty of birds (mallards, teals, wigeons, etc.). It largely follows the contour line along a footpath. As this is a reservoir, the walk is more pleasant in spring, when the lake is full.

This circular route takes you past two castles and the quiet hamlets of this heavily wooded commune. It features a slight elevation gain. It can be combined with other routes in this beautifully renovated commune.

This hike takes you through the hills to the bastide town of Molières, which is well worth a visit for its charm. You will walk through the hamlets along shaded paths and return via the other side overlooking Badefols. Quiet roads and paths follow one another with beautiful panoramic views of the valleys.

A circular loop starting from Saint-Macaire Church in the commune of Lauzun. Very pretty scenery from the church. The walk takes you along paths through fields, through a hamlet, past pastures and an orchard, and through undergrowth where you will pass close to a pidgeon hunting hut.

An easy hike starting from the village of Born. Beautiful landscapes as far as the eye can see and few roads. Plains and undergrowth. A ford at the start of the walk with the possibility of crossing without getting your feet wet.