Short circular around Carlux

A circular loop to the east of the village of Carlux, mostly shaded, with magnificent views, small valleys of remarkable tranquillity, and beautiful Périgord houses. Not to be missed if you have two hours to spare.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 5.09 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 1h 50 
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    Difficulty: Easy

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 121 m
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    Descent: - 118 m

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    Highest point: 247 m
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    Lowest point: 156 m

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Description of the walk

Parking is available at the bottom of the village (Place des Platanes - Chemin des Fontaines); the walk starts at the stone stele located on the D61 at the exit of the car park

(S/E). Take the road towards the village and the castle (the "Reynal de Pons" road) and, after about 60 metres, turn left onto Rue du Touron (follow the yellow markings), then veer slightly to the right to climb the hill via Rue du Tour. you will pass above the village following this castine path that winds through a pretty oak forest.

(1) Back on the tarmac road, descend slightly towards the village, then take the street that passes in front of the school and turn left onto Chemin de la Rivière.

(2) At the intersection with Chemin des Centurions (marked by a calvary), take this road and continue to the end, through the forest, climbing up the hillside along a pretty sunken path. Pass the top of the hill and descend until you reach a road (keeping to the right) which you follow to Campredon.

(3) Go back slightly to the left (don't forget to admire the view of the valley through the trees); after about 250 m, take a small path on the left (yellow markings) which takes you close to a beautiful private garden (which can be visited); just after the garden, turn right onto the Route de Cadiot. This will take you to Rue de l'École, where you turn left.

(4) After about 100 metres, turn right onto Routes des Charmilles. Follow this road, passing the highest point of this hike between two water tanks, and approach the village.

(5) At the intersection, continue straight on Rue Chapelle Saint-Jean, following the yellow markings, until the next intersection.

(6) Turn left to descend towards the village (note that the yellow markings indicate to continue straight ahead to complete an additional circular loop). After reaching Raynal de Pons Road and turning left, you will arrive at the stele that was the starting point of this hike (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 159 m - Stone stele on the D61.
  2. 1 : km 0.61 - alt. 199 m - To reach the school
  3. 2 : km 0.9 - alt. 191 m - Chemin des Centurions
  4. 3 : km 1.76 - alt. 209 m - Campredon
  5. 4 : km 2.88 - alt. 220 m - Rue des Charmilles
  6. 5 : km 3.95 - alt. 202 m - Rue Chapelle Saint-Jean
  7. 6 : km 4.43 - alt. 205 m - Intersection
  8. S/E : km 5.09 - alt. 158 m - Stone stele on the D61.

Notes

This hike is inspired by the circular "Boucle de Carlux" published by the "Pays de Fenelon" Tourist Office; it partly follows a path marked with yellow signs, but be careful as the markings are sometimes a little faded and/or difficult to follow.
Carlux is a beautiful village in the Périgord Noir region, dominated by the ruins of a medieval castle.
There are restaurants and a mini-market in the village.
Most of the walk is shaded, following woodland paths or very quiet country lanes.

Worth a visit

Castle and village of Carlux.

Reviews and comments

4.6 / 5
Based on 8 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.8 / 5
Route interest
4.4 / 5
User 27142409

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 10, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Reliable signposting, shaded hiking on 3/4 of the route, none at all on the last quarter

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Olivper
Olivper

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 13, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A pleasant hike in the shade. Ideal during heatwaves, except for the final section which is in full sun, but it's cool in the morning.
The only slight downside is passing by the town's waste disposal centre.

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pouickpouick
pouickpouick

Overall rating : 4 / 5

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

A very pleasant, shaded walk (except for the car park at the start, which is in full sun). Be sure to follow the signposts carefully, and finish with a quick visit to the castle!

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ricardotls33
ricardotls33

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 14, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A parish specific to Brittany, pleasant and easy walk.
Well signposted, no particular difficulties in finding your way.
Very good parish-specific description to Brittany.

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Françoise Delest
Françoise Delest

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 19, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Partially shaded route: part of the route is on an exposed road (during heatwaves, it gets hot!
Recommended time: 1 hour 50 minutes, but can easily be done in 1 hour 30 minutes (with breaks).

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alma67
alma67
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 22, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

On holiday in Périgord for thesecond time, we chose this hike and we were not disappointed. The tracking with the Visorando app is extremely effective, thank you.

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espelette
espelette

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 28, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A short, easy and enjoyable circular.

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swing24
swing24

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 21, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A lovely little circular loop, very well marked and with beautiful views. Suitable even for children.

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