Pinsac walks

A walk via the Pech de Pinsac, with magnificent views over the Dordogne gorge.

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.

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

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.

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 very pleasant and easy walk suitable for children, passing through the village of Cieurac and past its castle, then climbing up to the hillside with a beautiful view of the town of Souillac. After passing through walnut groves, the route follows the banks of the Dordogne, with opportunities for swimming in summer.

Route on the heights of Souillac, towards the Marjaudes and Présignac viaducts. A very pleasant hike in spring and early summer, with its diverse and varied flora, panoramic views, birdsong, shaded and varied passages and peaceful walks.

A lovely walk through the countryside with an unexpected spot to rest.

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

An easy short loop starting from Lamothe-Fénelon with a mix of roads, tracks and rolling terrain, with a good number of mills along the Ruisseau du Tournefeuille.

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.

Starting from the Col de Magès, a circular route that takes you to the Gouffre de Cabouy and the Gouffre Saint-Sauveur. The resurgences are most spectacular to see in winter, spring and autumn when the water flow is greater, and on a day with clear skies, which will give beautiful colours to the gushing waters. But it’s different every time, so the best thing is still to go and discover them for yourself. Unfortunately, there is an 800-metre stretch along the road that cannot be avoided without a major detour, but the rest of the walk takes you along paths through some very beautiful, quiet spots.

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.

Circular route through varied terrain starting from Millac and heading towards Souillac. Along the way, you’ll encounter remarkable landscapes and monuments: a ruined chapel (Saint-Julien) and a dolmen (Laval).

With a magnificent overview of the landscapes of the Causses du Quercy Regional Nature Park around Rocamadour, this hike takes you into a breathtaking site at the heart of a thousand-year-old pilgrimage dedicated to the Virgin Mary, a major Christian site since the Middle Ages and classified as a Grand Site d'Exception in the Midi-Pyrénées region.

Offering a magnificent overview of the landscapes of the Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park around Rocamadour, this hike takes you into a breathtaking site at the heart of a thousand-year-old pilgrimage dedicated to the Virgin Mary, a major Christian site since the Middle Ages and classified as a Grand Site d'Exception in the Midi-Pyrénées region. This hike partly follows the previously published hike 1: see link in Practical Information. It is slightly shorter and has a lower elevation gain.

Magnificent Vallée des Moulins. A 19 km circuit with no major difficulties. Spectacular landscapes, natural curiosities and, everywhere, in an arid and barren environment, the mark of man's struggle to survive. GPS essential

As well as its breathtaking beauty, Rocamadour is a tiny village, yet one that harbours a unique architectural and spiritual heritage. The steep, cobbled streets transport you to another era, right at the heart of history. With 216 steps and 1,000 years of history, this village in the Lot conceals millennia-old treasures on the cliffside. Perched above the Gorges de l'Alzou, Rocamadour is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful villages in France.

A wash house, castle, churches, wayside crosses and views will punctuate your walk.

A walk around Martel, nicknamed ‘the town of seven towers’, taking in the botanical trail, with lovely views of Martel and its surroundings. The route ends in the narrow streets of the old town, the Halles, the Palais de la Raymondie, etc. The walk starts at the station heading towards the D23: take care as you’ll need to walk a good hundred metres along the departmental road. This walk is suitable for children and in sunny weather, as there are plenty of shaded spots along the route.

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.